I just found out something kinda interesting—apparently, if you don't rinse your electric toothbrush head properly after each use, toothpaste residue can build up and mess with the motor over time. I mean, I always rinsed mine, but never thought it could actually affect the motor itself. Also heard that storing it upright helps water drain better and prevents moldy grossness inside. Um, anyone got other random tips or weird facts about keeping these things running smoothly?
"Also heard that storing it upright helps water drain better and prevents moldy grossness inside."
Wait, really? I've actually been laying mine flat on the counter all this time because I thought standing it up would make water drip down into the handle or something. Now I'm wondering if I've been doing it wrong this whole time... 😅
Speaking of toothbrush care, does anyone else occasionally pop off the brush head and clean underneath? I noticed mine gets kinda gunky in that little gap between the head and handle after a while. I usually just take a damp cotton swab and gently wipe around the metal pin area. Not sure if that's overkill or necessary, but it makes me feel better seeing it clean.
Also, I read somewhere (can't remember where exactly) that you're supposed to let the toothbrush run for a few seconds after rinsing to shake off excess water from the brush head. Apparently, it helps prevent moisture from seeping into the motor compartment. Has anyone else heard about this or tried it? I'm a bit skeptical because wouldn't running it wet just push water deeper into the handle?
Now I'm getting paranoid about my toothbrush dying prematurely... 😂
