{"id":1139,"date":"2019-04-16T06:08:35","date_gmt":"2019-04-16T06:08:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/?p=1139"},"modified":"2026-04-09T16:37:49","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T16:37:49","slug":"caring-for-your-toothbrush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/caring-for-your-toothbrush\/","title":{"rendered":"Caring For Your Toothbrush"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Caring-For-Your-Toothbrush.png\" alt=\"Caring For Your Toothbrush\" width=\"450\" height=\"300\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1140\" title=\"Caring For Your Toothbrush\" srcset=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Caring-For-Your-Toothbrush.png 450w, https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Caring-For-Your-Toothbrush-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Maintaining your toothbrush is essential for a healthy and beautiful smile. An old, frayed toothbrush doesn\u2019t clean your teeth effectively. If stored improperly, your toothbrush can be exposed to an array of harmful bacteria.<br \/>\nWith the proper maintenance and frequent changing of your toothbrush, your mouth will remain bacteria free.<\/p>\n<h2>The Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts of Toothbrush Care<\/h2>\n<p>Do:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be sure to replace your toothbrush when the bristles begin to bend and fray, or at least every three months.Children\u2019s toothbrushes should be replaced more frequently (every 1-2 months).<\/li>\n<li>After brushing, rinse your toothbrush and stand it upright to dry. Many bacteria can\u2019t survive on dry bristles.<\/li>\n<li>When traveling, never place a wet toothbrush inside a suitcase or toiletry bag. If you do not have time to let the toothbrush dry before packing it, purchase a new one.<\/li>\n<li>Store your toothbrush away from the toilet and sink to avoid contamination from airborne germs.<\/li>\n<li>Always have an extra toothbrush at home, so you can immediately throw out your old one should it start to fray.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Store your toothbrush in an enclosed container. Bacteria can breed in the trapped moisture.<\/li>\n<li>Share your toothbrush with others or allow toothbrushes to touch.<\/li>\n<li>Put your toothbrush in hot water or the dishwasher. The damage that can result may make the toothbrush less effective at cleaning your teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Soak your toothbrush in mouthwash or disinfectant. Air-drying is just as effective and doesn\u2019t introduce harmful chemicals to your mouth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>By following these do\u2019s and don\u2019ts you can keep your smile free from worry. If you have any questions or concerns about what mouthwash is best for you, <a href=\"https:\/\/crystaldentalcenters.com\/doctors-and-staff.html\"><strong>Dr. Moradzadeh<\/strong><\/a> of Crystal Dental Center will customize a treatment plan to give you a smile you can be proud of. To schedule an appointment please contact Crystal Dental at <a href=\"tel:2137488448\"><strong>213.748.8448<\/strong><\/a> or visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.crystaldentalcenters.com\/\"><strong>www.CrystalDentalCenters.com<\/strong><\/a> for further information.<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maintaining your toothbrush is essential for a healthy and beautiful smile. An old, frayed toothbrush doesn\u2019t clean your teeth effectively. 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