Toothbrush Lifespan: Dentist Explains When to Replace Your Brush and Why
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Dentist Reveals: When to Replace Your Toothbrush & Why It Matters for Oral Health
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News18•05-03-2026, 10:16
Dentist Reveals: When to Replace Your Toothbrush & Why It Matters for Oral Health
•Dentists advise replacing toothbrushes every 3-4 months for effective cleaning and maintaining oral health.
•An old, worn-out toothbrush is ineffective, allows plaque accumulation, and increases the risk of gum disease and infections.
•Change your toothbrush immediately after recovering from an illness (flu, throat infection, viral illness) to prevent re-infection or spreading germs.
•Replace your brush sooner if bristles are bent, splayed, or rough, as they cannot clean properly and can injure gums.
•Children's toothbrushes need monthly checks due to chewing; always use soft-bristled brushes to protect enamel.
