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how often do you swap out your toothbrush heads?
Just realized I've been using the same electric toothbrush head for like... 5 months now. 😬 Curious if that's normal or if I'm just lazy, lol. How often do you guys usually swap yours? Quick poll:
- Every 1-2 months
- Every 3-4 months
- Um...when the bristles look sad?
- Wait, we're supposed to change them??
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Every 3-4 months is usually what's recommended by dentists, or sooner if the bristles start fraying. 5 months isn't terrible, but swapping it out regularly helps keep bacteria down and cleaning effective...especially important for kids who aren't always thorough brushers.
The “when the bristles look sad” rule isn’t the only reason to swap early: after you’ve been ill, replacing the head can be a sensible precaution even if it still looks fine.