Short answer. 👇

According to many years of research, trial and error of when should you be replacing your toothbrush – conclusion and the most accurate result is at least every 3 months.

What happens if I haven’t been replacing my toothbrush?

Over a period of time, the bristles on your toothbrush will break, weaken, twist and bend in different ways. This is called bristle flaring, which happens when water, brushing movements and toothpaste are all mixing together – so with every cycle of brushing your toothbrush deteriorates gradually.

Does it affect my oral health?

Not replacing your toothbrush or electric toothbrush head every 3 months can cause gum disease. It can spread infection, be less effective removing plaque and removing any food around the teeth. The worn out bristles are more rough on your gums and can cause early gum recession and inflammation.

What toothbrush do you recommend?

We recommend Oral-B Pro 3 (electric toothbrush) or any manual Oral-B toothbrush is great.

Are there any major risks of not replacing my toothbrush?

If you carry on using an old, bacteria-filled toothbrush, you are under a risk of having bad oral and general health problems such as:
– Tooth Decay
– Loss of Teeth
– Gum Damage
– Major Plaque Build up
– Getting your previous cold or infection back
– And many other risks

For any advice on oral hygiene, please do contact us on 0161 748 2674. We’ll happily advise you on any dental tools and techniques used by our specialist dental staff.
It is also important to book-in regular check-ups every year to ensure your oral health is at its highest standard.

‘Replacing my toothbrush’
Manchester Dental Experts