Why Should You Change Your Toothbrush often?
Dr. D.Sendhil Nathan
MDS, DNB (Prosthodontics And Implantology)
Like it or not, a toothbrush plays a key role in the upkeep of your oral health. Most people
choose a toothbrush after considering a number of factors & it is good practice to change your
toothbrush every 3-4 months to attain the best results.
Here are some of the key reasons why you ought to change your toothbrush regularly:
● It is vital that you change your toothbrush if you fall sick.
● If your toothbrush has been stored near an another toothbrush, then it is mandatory that
you check for infection in bristles and change the brush as a precautionary measure.
● The average lifespan of a toothbrush is around 3 months and it is vital that you maximize
the use of the brush.
● A new toothbrush can be very effective in removing plaque than the older one.
● Bristles that are worn out or damaged is an ideal ground for proliferation of fungus and
bacteria.
● Damaged bristles can hurt your gums and in turn your oral region.
● Once the bristles start to bend, it doesn’t clean very effectively.
Factors to consider whilst choosing a new toothbrush:
● Size of the toothbrush.
● Type of the bristle used.
● You medical condition.
● Cost of the toothbrush.
● Aesthetics of the equipment.
● How safe it is.
