How to keep your toothbrush sanitary between brushing

By jclayrey

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Most people brush their teeth, rinse their toothbrush off with water and then place it in the toothbrush holder that is in the cabinet or on the sink to play germ tennis with the other toothbrushes near by.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Toothbrush
  • Antiseptic Mouth wash
  • Cup
Step1
Take the cup that you have designated as your toothbrush cup and pour a little bit of the Antiseptic Mouthwash in it, just enough to cover the head of your toothbrush.
Step2
After each time you brush your teeth, rinse your toothbrush off with water and then stick the toothbrush in the mouth wash, head first.
Step3
Repeat this after every brushing. This will help you to sanitize your toothbrush, keeping all kinds of nasty germs away.

Tips & Warnings

  • Make sure to brush your teeth at least twice a day, floss at least once a day and use your antiseptic mouth wash.
  • Please remember to refresh the mouth wash in your cup every day.
  • You want make sure you use a antiseptic mouth wash such as Listerine

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vikki9

vikki9 said

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on 7/28/2008 Excellent suggestions. Also remember to replace your toothbrush every few months. *****

Zaharaa

Zaharaa said

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on 7/18/2008 Great tip thanks

momofour

momofour said

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on 7/16/2008 Great tips! I always stick my toothbrush in a cup of mouthwash a minute or two before brushing my teeth. Never thought about leaving it in there all day. Might give it a try! Thanks!

cookvegan

cookvegan said

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on 7/8/2008 good idea, probably even keeps your breath smelling better.

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