Your toothbrush is a breeding ground for germs and bacteria, so it’s essential that you keep it clean to stop unwanted illnesses or bad mouth hygiene. However, there are several easy ways to sanitise and disinfect your toothbrush using common household products and mixtures.
Baking Soda
Baking Soda can also be used to make toothpaste, so it makes sense that it can be used to clean your toothbrush as well.
Dissolve two teaspoons of baking soda in a cup of warm water.
Alcohol
Alcohol is known for doing a great job of killing germs.
You can use rubbing alcohol or vodka to disinfect and clean your toothbrush – just be sure to rinse well once you’ve finished.
Soak the brush in either for about 30 seconds and any bacteria will be gone.
Hydrogen peroxide
Combine one cup of water and one teaspoon of peroxide in the glass.
Swirl your toothbrush around then let sit in the mixture for a few minutes.
Give the brush a good rinse and leave to dry.
Vinegar
Add enough white vinegar to a small glass to cover the bristle end of your brush.
Leave the toothbrush to soak overnight to kill any germs.
Rinse well before next use to get rid of any leftover taste.
Mouthwash
Pour mouthwash into a small glass, enough to cover all of the bristles.
Swirl the brush in the cup for approximately 30 seconds, then let it soak for a few minutes.
Be careful not to leave your toothbrush in the mixture for more than 15 minutes as this can damage the bristles.
