{"id":210,"date":"2017-10-10T11:57:54","date_gmt":"2017-10-10T10:57:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.craigentinny.co.uk\/?p=3084"},"modified":"2017-10-10T11:57:54","modified_gmt":"2017-10-10T10:57:54","slug":"how-to-take-good-care-of-your-toothbrush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.craigentinny.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-take-good-care-of-your-toothbrush\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Take Good Care Of Your Toothbrush"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-3085\" src=\"https:\/\/www.craigentinny.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/brush-6-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"teeth, health, smile, dentist\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/>Toothbrushes can help keep your smile healthy as long as some basic care and use rules are followed.<\/p>\n<p>Key takeaways:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; To prevent bacterial build up, replace your toothbrush every 4 months or sooner if you have been treated for conditions affecting teeth or gums<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Never share toothbrushes, not even with family members<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Try not to keep your toothbrush exposed to humidity as that breeds bacteria; store in an open-air space instead<\/p>\n<p>Also, a 15-minute soak in mouthwash will help to deep-clean the brush and bristles.<\/p>\n<p>If you have questions, your dentist is a great source of information on all topics related to dental care and oral health.<\/p>\n<p>Read the full story here: <a href=\"http:\/\/yourdentalhealthresource.com\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-your-toothbrush\/\">http:\/\/yourdentalhealthresource.com\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-your-toothbrush\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Toothbrushes can help keep your smile healthy as long as some basic care and use rules are followed. 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