The question is, how should I clean my toothbrush?

The perfect technique to clean one’s toothbrush is something that no one appears to discuss, despite the fact that everyone seems to be thinking about how to correctly wash their teeth.

What are the reasons for cleaning our toothbrushes?
In your mouth, there are a great number of different kinds of bacteria and germs. It is important to remember that the germs, saliva, toothpaste, food particles, and blood that you remove from your teeth and tongue are retained on your toothbrush. Even after being washed with water, a toothbrush may still be infected with germs, according to researchers who conducted tests on the subject.

What is the correct way to clean it?
In order to rinse, use hot water. For the vast majority of cases, it is sufficient to just rinse your toothbrush under hot running water in order to maintain its cleanliness.

It is important to cleanse your toothbrush both after and before each use. With the assistance of hot water, the bristles will become more pliable, which will allow them to release toothpaste and food residue. If you want the bristles to become more rigid, you should first run your thumb through hot water and then once again through cold water.

Dry by air. An environment that is moist is more conducive to the growth of mold and bacteria. Studies have shown that toothbrushes that are stored in travel cases, containers that are locked, and toothbrush coverings have a greater number of germs than toothbrushes that are left to dry naturally outdoors.

After you have finished brushing your teeth, you should rinse your toothbrush and then shake off any excess water. Sliding your finger or thumb over the bristles will assist in the process of draining the water. In the event that you want to place a holder or container over your toothbrush, you should first allow it to air dry while standing in an upright position.

It is recommended that you bring two toothbrushes with you. Consequently, you are able to make use of one while the other is drying in the air.