What else can you use a toothbrush holder for?

In The Office: Use a toothbrush holder to keep oft- used pens within easy reach on the desk. The holes for brushes are the perfect size and shape for pencils, and even larger several markers for creative types. Better Homes & Gardens pairs a toothbrush – holder pencil cup with a business card- holder soap dish.

How do you disinfect a toothbrush holder?

1. How to clean a toothbrush holder

1. Rinse the toothbrush holder with hot water.
2. Use a small bristle brush or pipe cleaner to scrub the inside of the toothbrush slots.
3. Fill the holder with antibacterial mouthwash and let sit for several minutes.
4. Rinse with clean water and let air dry before reloading your toothbrushes.

How often should you change your toothbrush holder?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you should replace your toothbrush (or your brush head, if you’re using an electric toothbrush) every 12 to 16 weeks, or three to four months.

Why you shouldn’t leave your toothbrush in the bathroom?

“As you flush the toilet it, you expose your toothbrush to germs from the fecal matter.” MythBusters found toothbrushes sitting outside a bathroom can be speckled with fecal matter, too. In fact, toothbrushes right out of the box can harbor bacteria because they aren’t sold in sterile packaging.

How do you keep your toothbrush germ free?

Storing your toothbrush correctly is probably as important as cleaning it after use.

1. Store it in hydrogen peroxide solution that’s changed daily.
2. Avoid storing toothbrushes side by side.
3. Keep it as far away from the toilet as possible.
4. Clean toothbrush covers and holder.
5. Use a toothpaste dispenser.

Where are you supposed to keep your toothbrush?

The most sanitary way to store your toothbrush is to keep the toothbrush in a clean holder where airflow can dry the toothbrush. Yet, it won’t be contaminated by bathroom germs.

How can I decorate my toothbrush?

Here are a couple of fun ways your kids can decorate their toothbrushes so they can have fun while brushing their teeth.

1. Your child can use stickers and markers to decorate the toothbrush to reflect their interests and personality.
2. Your child can use sparkles, glue, or felt to decorate the base of the toothbrush.

What is the black stuff on my toothbrush?

Mold on your toothbrush can be both visible and invisible to the human eye. With many bristles and grooves, mold can hind in your toothbrush at microscopic levels. However, it can also appear visible as black goop or pink slime. Many times, mold may form visibly on the bottom of your brush due to being stored in a cup.

Why is there white stuff on my toothbrush?

The accumulated water and protein-laden water drips down and there are enough nutrients in that water to allow bacteria and mold to grow [sic]. Which all sounds about right: Gunk and mold thrive wherever water sits stagnant—say, the base of the toothbrush, or where the head is attached.

Why does my toothbrush holder smell?

As a general rule, a toothbrush begins to smell bad when it is not able to dry completely between each use. The bacteria and food particles that linger on the toothbrush may be responsible for creating a musty odor after several uses.

How long does coronavirus live toothbrush?

After using your toothbrush, wipe the handle with a safe disinfectant. According to the National Institutes of Health, the coronavirus can live for 2 to 3 days on plastic, and it is possible to get the virus from touching contaminated surfaces.

Should I change my toothbrush after a cold?

Always replace your toothbrush after a cold or other illness to prevent contamination. If you or someone else in your family is sick, that person should use a different tube of toothpaste (travel size, for example), to prevent spreading germs to other toothbrushes.

Is it bad to cover your toothbrush?

Sterilizing or disinfecting, on the other hand, does eliminate all bacteria on your brush. And while a toothbrush cover may help protect your toothbrush from outside germs, it traps in moisture, leading to bacteria growth and not the good kind, according to the ADA. So — remove and throw away those covers.