Do you get a new toothbrush when you get sick?

I never would have thought to replace the silly toothbrush. I will be doing that next time I am sick. I always have a few toothbrushes hidden in my closet so I only replace when needed.

Hah, I have never thought to get a new toothbrush after being sick, but I sure will now that I read this. I just never thought about it before. But you are right about the germs. Sure the germs from your flu or cold would get all over the toothbrush, I just never thought about it. I know I keep saying I never thought about it before, but I am amazed that I haven't. I am a bit perinoid about germs, that is why I am surprised by this discussion and me, for not thinking about it. I change my toothbrush about once every three months, as per my dentist. I also keep my toothbrush in a drawer as leaving it out on the counter also gets it full of germs. Every time you flush your toilet the germs going flying out of the toilet and into your bathroom and onto your toothbrush that is sitting on the counter. I heard that one on Oprah and have never left it out on the counter again. I have a paper towel down and put it on the papar towel and then put another one on top of it, my toothbrush, just to make sure it doesn't get toilet germs. I rinse my toothbrush with super hot water after every use and before I reuse it again.

i usually do,yes.i throw out my chapstick too so i don't get the flu back also.i'd rather not take the risk of twice in a row.

Hi There, Thanks for the information! I have honestly never even thought of this before but it does make perfect sense. I tend to only change my toothbrush when I visit the dentist, which is about once every 6 months. It only makes sense that germs live in the toothbrush as the mouth is probably the dirtiest part of the body and is full of bacteria. cheers,

It had never occurred to me to replace my tooth brush when I get sick. I will have to remember to do that next time. I have a few extra in the closet in the bathroom.

I heard you should replace it once you get over the sickness. If you do it while you are still sick, the new toothbrush gets covered with germs, too. Sanitizing it is definitely a good way to go. You should replace your toothbrush every three months. Now they are even pushing for two months.

I haven't done so when I get sick but it does sound like something I would like to start doing, it makes a lot of sence. I get a new head/top for the electrical tooth brush about every month or so. They have an indicator that allows you to easily see when the bristles are starting to wear out and are not good enough for cleaning your teeth properbly. Thanks for the great health tip!

Yup, I think you should. And I would too. When you are sick, all the germs get stored on your toothbrush (I am assuming you brush when sick too! ) And so, it would be beneficial to change to a new toothbrush when you get well. Sidetracking, we should be changing our toothbrushes as soon as the bristles get worn, like once in a month or 2 generally. Cheers!

I never thought about that. I read in a newspaper once that germs make their homes in the depth of your carpet if your room or home is carpetted. Some people are allergic to dust but I have no such allergies but whenever I get sick or have flu, I never thought of changing my toothbrush. I change my toothbrush like after two months when its bristles start getting soft and bended. I don't brush too hard so bristles don't get bend more often. Thanks for sharing this and increasing my knowledge.

I usually do it everytime I get sick but sometimes I get so many colds that I forget to do it. Normally you're supposed to replace them every 3 months so if I haven't been sick then that's how long I wait.

I replace my toothbrush once every 3 months or when I get sick. I find i dont get sick as often when I replace them.

How interesting. I am going to start doing this. Thank you.

I only keep my toothbrush about or month or two and then switch to a new one. But when I am sick, anything from the most mild cold to having a bad case of the flu, I immediatley toss out my current toothbrush and move on to a new one so as to prevent the already spread germs infecting me again.

I have done this, and it does work. I also tend to wash my linens more often when someone in the house is sick, air the house out, even if it is the middle of winter and use cleaners that kill germs on everything in sight.

Actually I haven't thought about it before. Usually I will change a new toothbrush for about 3 months. I think you are right. The toothbrush has many virus on it and when you are feeling ill. Sometimes it may be better to change a new toothbrush. I love China

Doctors advice is 3 months, but as long you are sanitizing it it will lasts up to 6 months. I opened that topic for discussion and you will be surprised on how our mylot friends commented on that. If you have time please open my topic on how often do you change your toothbrush.

I always replace the toothbrushes once we are well again. During the time I am sick I usually try to rinse my toothbrush with Listerine to disinfect it and also gargle with the Listerine. I think this helps too.

I get a new toothbrush when the one I'm using loses its hairs and stops being effective. This is the first time I've heard of new toothbrushes lessening the time of sickness. A new toothbrush is a good thing though. It gives new lease on your morning life and makes you feel like you got something new you like to always have new ! It might be a good idea to try different types of new toothbrushes until you latch on to one that you truly love.

I very rarely replace my toothbrush. I would say on average I replace it once a year or so. If it really does have an impact on getting better soon I'll try replacing it next time I feel sick thanks for the tip.

ya i prefer a new tooth brush when i get sick.because it is essential to use new tooth brush to protect our gems and teeth.