The horrifying truth about dirty toothbrushes

According to Medicinet, toothbrushes are the hiding place for more than 100 million different types of bacteria, including E.coli and Staphylococci, researchers at Manchester University said.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham also points out that bacteria in feces are also found in toothbrushes. It sounds scary, but there's no need to be frightened because each person's mouth is full of bacteria. According to scientists, there are hundreds of types of bacteria that exist in our mouths every day, including plaque - which we try to remove by brushing our teeth, is also considered a bacterium.

But don't worry unless the bacteria in the oral cavity are out of balance. Therefore, in order not to receive disease into the body, the following rules should be satisfied:

Don't brush your teeth near the toilet

Toothbrushes should be replaced every 3-4 months.(PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK).

In bathrooms, toilets are often arranged very close to the sink.Each time the water jerks (after going to the toilet), the bacteria will be released and fly into the air.And no one wants this amount of bacteria to stick to the brush.Therefore, it is best to leave the toothbrush as far away from the toilet as possible, if possible, store it in a medicine cabinet.And remember, always close the toilet lid before flushing to limit the spread of bacteria.

Always clean the brush canister

Canister brushes can also spread bacteria similar to the shock of water in the toilet. A study by the National Hygiene Organization in the UK said brush cans are a household item with the third highest number of bacteria (after washing dishes and sinks in the kitchen). Therefore, remember to regularly clean the brush canister to remove bacteria.

Replace toothbrush regularly

The American Dental Association recommends changing toothbrushes every 3-4 months, or more often, especially if the brush hair is blunted or you are sick or your immune system is impaired. With all kinds of automatic toothbrushes, it also needs to be replaced as often as with regular brushes. Particularly children's toothbrushes need to be replaced more often than adult toothbrushes.