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According to the dentist, it is necessary to change the toothbrush every 3-4 months, bacteria and fungus can flourish in the old brush, which affects oral health.

Why is it necessary to change toothbrush?
Fresh fibers of the new brush can easily reach the lines of teeth and gums and remove dirt and plaque. Bacteria, fungus and even molds can flourish in the old brush, which can damage your oral health. The worn fibers can hurt the gums or irritate them. Timely changed brush helps to protect teeth from cavity, gum disease and smelly breath.
It is not necessary to wait for 3 months every time. In some circumstances you should change the brush quickly. It is not right to use old brush after cold, cough or throat infection, because germs can remain on it. If the brush fibers start bending outward, then it is an indication that the brush has now become useless. Children often brush loudly, so their brush deteriorates quickly.
Manual Yailectric Toothbrush
If you use electric toothbrushes, then its head should also be changed every 3-4 months. Many times the fibers of electric brush wear rapidly, so they may have to change even more quickly. Even before changing the brush, if you adopt the right method, then your brush can be clean and hygnic for a long time. After every use, wash the brush thoroughly. Always keep the brush upright and keep it in the open so that its fibers can dry. Never keep the brush in a closed box or container, otherwise the moisture can cause bacteria to flourish. Do not share brushes with anyone else.
Vividha Singh is a journalist in News18 Hindi (News18). He has a Bachelor and Masters degree in journalism from Delhi University. She has been working in the field of journalism for 3 years. Currently News 18 …Read more
Vividha Singh is a journalist in News18 Hindi (News18). He has a Bachelor and Masters degree in journalism from Delhi University. She has been working in the field of journalism for 3 years. Currently News 18 … Read more