Haha, the bus seat thing gave me a mini heart attack too... but honestly, mouthwash sounds like a decent quick fix. Still, I can't help but wonder if that's enough for peace of mind. I mean, germs are everywhere, true, but some surfaces just feel sketchier than others, you know? Personally, I'd probably still do a deep clean later at home—just to quiet that nagging voice in my head.
"Personally, I'd probably still do a deep clean later at home—just to quiet that nagging voice in my head."
Yeah, totally get that feeling... Reminds me of when I accidentally left my retainer on a cafeteria tray back in school. Mouthwash felt okay temporarily, but I couldn't relax until I'd scrubbed it thoroughly later. Some things just stick with you mentally, haha.
I get the urge to deep clean, but honestly, a quick rinse with mouthwash or warm water usually does the trick. Our mouths aren't exactly sterile anyway... sometimes it's more mental reassurance than actual hygiene, you know? Just my two cents.
Totally get what you're saying about the mental reassurance part... but mouthguards can harbor bacteria buildup over time, especially in those tiny crevices. A quick scrub with a toothbrush every now and then can help keep things fresher—just something to consider.
Yeah, good point about the toothbrush scrub—definitely helps. Have you tried soaking it in a mild denture cleaner once in a while? I started doing that after noticing mine got a bit funky even with regular brushing. Seems to really freshen things up and gets into those tiny spots you mentioned. Just gotta rinse it thoroughly afterward, though... learned that the hard way when I tasted minty bubbles all night, lol.
