Saturday, October 25, 2008

Microwave your what????

If you're like most people, you get a new toothbrush every six months, but you really should be changing your toothbrush more often, like every three to four months. When the bristles get worn and lose their rigidity, they don't remove plaque as well. But you should also do some maintenance within that three months, when your toothbrush is just sitting out in the open. After all, think about all the germs and bacteria floating around that would love to attach themselves to your moist toothbrush.
So to prevent colds, flu, and other sicknesses, Reader's Digest recommends that once or twice a week you run your toothbrush through the microwave on high for 10 seconds immediately before brushing. If someone in your home is sick, you may want to sterilize it in the microwave each time you brush. If you're the one who's sick, after the illness passes, ditch your old toothbrush and replace it with a new one.

Just a little tid-bit I thought you might enjoy.

8 comments:

Vernie and Tony said...

God advice. Thank you Dr. Princess. I never think to do things like that so it's nice to get a reminder.

Heather said...

how funny that you posted this! just today i was in my bathroom cleaning the mirror when i realized how close our toothbrushes were to the mirror- making me think that some of the windex had probably gotten on them! i thought to myself "maybe i should run them through the dishwasher..." plus i once heard that if you flush your toilet with the lid open "particles" get in the air....if your toothbrushes are close to the toilet then these "particles" can land on them....GROSS

CPTA said...

Ooooh! Good I'm glad I can help. Ü I actually found the article on the ever-so helpful MSN Home Page. Sometimes they come up with the neatest advice!

Jill and Scott said...

This all makes me want to run out and get a new tooth brush! I really do need one. Now I know though how to keep it clean for the next few months. Good info!

Unknown said...

Thanks! :-) Wonder if I could microwave my buzzy toothbrush... probably explode, LOL. But now I have a good, DEFINITIVE way to clean Kiddo's toothbrushes!!! THANK YOU!!!!

Stillman and Michelle said...

I would love for you to fly me out there. Although it might be cheaper for you to fly John over. Bummer on your house. Hope everything works out in Nov.

Heather said...

moving home?? what? are you two moving to Vegas or Idaho?? Confused, do explain.

Curtis and Deedra said...

Thanks for the input! I'll have to remember that.

Sure miss you guys!

Baby is doing good by the way. Loves to move and kick. I think he has hiccups sometimes too. I just look forward to the day when he'll be in my arms.