An Air-dried Toothbrush Is A Healthy Toothbrush

Today in our Phoenix dental blog we will highlight some of the simple things you can do with your toothbrush to keep your mouth as clean and healthy as possible.

One of the most important habits Phoenix residents can form is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best way to let the toothbrush air dry is by placing it in a toothbrush holder on the counter with the bristles pointing up. This method of storage is much better than sticking it away in a drawer, since it will take longer to dry in there.

Also, when you travel away from the Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Queen Creek, or Chandler areas, make sure your toothbrush is dry before you seal it away in a travel container.

A good strategy for Phoenix residents to make sure their toothbrush has ample time to dry is to buy two toothbrushes at your local drugstore. Then alternate between the two so each has time to fully dry out between uses.

And Phoenix dental patients should remember to replace their toothbrush (or toothbrushes) every 3 to 4 months, or sooner if they’ve had a cold!

Hi. We are Harris Dental, a local practice with locations in Phoenix, Chandler, Queen Creek, Scottsdale, and Mesa. We want our patients to have the best oral health possible. At Harris Dental we offer the following services:

Dental implants
Emergency dentistry
CEREC same-day porcelain crowns
Sedation dentistry

We are currently accepting new patients and the welcoming staff here would be happy to answer any questions you have about teeth whitening, veneers, bonding, or other cosmetic dentistry procedures.