Great question! With fall upon us is here, so is the dreaded cold and flu season. As you're recovering from your cold, Dr. Romani will tell you one of the most important steps you can take to avoid becoming reinfected is replacing your toothbrush!
Germs are known to linger on the bristles, and you risk prolonging your sickness by continuing to use the same toothbrush. Be smart and keep a spare, just in case! To protect your toothbrush from bacteria all year long, consider the following tips this fall:
• Wash your hands before and after brushing
• Allow the brush to air dry after each use, harmful bacteria dies after being exposed to oxygen
• Store the toothbrush in an upright position to allow water to drain and dry faster
• The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that healthy people change their toothbrush every three months, or sooner if the bristles are bent or broken. Worn bristles are less effective in properly cleaning your teeth, and can actually be damaging to teeth if used too long!
Hope this tip helps! Feel free to call us at Romani Orthodontics if you have any questions or ask us on Facebook.
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