如何選擇及保養您的牙刷
1. 牙刷的簡介
口腔保健用品中，牙刷是最重要的一樣工具。但是在市場上，
2. 如何選擇牙刷？
好的牙刷應該有一個長而寬的手柄，便於緊握。而刷頭較小，
3. 應該使用電動牙刷嗎？
如果使用刷頭旋轉振盪技術的電動牙刷，
4. 何時更換牙刷？
如果舊牙刷的刷毛已經磨損，再不能有效地清潔牙齒，
5. 如何保持牙刷乾淨？
為避免將細菌和食物顆粒轉移到牙刷上，刷牙前後都應該洗手。
6. 如何存放牙刷？
用完牙刷，應該直立存放，風乾後下次再使用。
假使您對挑選或保養牙刷事項有任何疑問，可以請教您的牙科醫生。

Choosing and Caring for
Your Toothbrush
I Fact Sheet Toothbrushes I
Your toothbrush is the most important
item in your oral health toolkit. But with
such a wide variety of toothbrushes
available, how do you choose the brush
that’s best for you? And once you’ve
made your selection, how do you care for
and clean your toothbrush? Learn how
to improve your oral health care habits by properly selecting and caring for your toothbrush.
What should I look for when choosing a toothbrush?
The best toothbrushes have a long, wide handle that facilitates a firm grip. The toothbrush head should be small enough to reach all areas of the mouth, with soft nylon bristles that won’t hurt the gums.
Should I use an electric toothbrush?
Electric toothbrushes, which use an oscil- lating or rotary motion to clean the teeth, are beneficial because they can cover a larger area of the mouth faster than a manual toothbrush. They’re especially well-suited for those with braces, those who need extra motivation to brush, and those who have difficulty operating a manual toothbrush due to age, disability, or other factors.
If you use an electric toothbrush, avoid pressing down too hard; instead, use light force and slow movements, letting the brush do the work for you. Those
to improve your oral health care habits by properly selecting and caring for your toothbrush.
What should I look for when choosing a toothbrush?
The best toothbrushes have a long, wide handle that facilitates a firm grip. The toothbrush head should be small enough to reach all areas of the mouth, with soft nylon bristles that won’t hurt the gums.
Should I use an electric toothbrush?
Electric toothbrushes, which use an oscil- lating or rotary motion to clean the teeth, are beneficial because they can cover a larger area of the mouth faster than a manual toothbrush. They’re especially well-suited for those with braces, those who need extra motivation to brush, and those who have difficulty operating a manual toothbrush due to age, disability, or other factors.
If you use an electric toothbrush, avoid pressing down too hard; instead, use light force and slow movements, letting the brush do the work for you. Those
using an electric toothbrush for the first
time may experience slight bleeding from
the gums, which will subside over time.
Children age 10 and younger should
be supervised while using an electric toothbrush.
How often should I change
my toothbrush?
Old toothbrushes with worn and
frayed bristles will not clean your teeth effectively, and they also may harbor harmful bacteria. You should change your toothbrush—or brush head, in the case of an electric toothbrush—every three to four months. However, if you get sick with a cold or the flu, you will need to change your toothbrush as soon as the illness begins and again once
the illness has subsided. This will help to get rid of any germs and bacteria on your toothbrush.
How can I keep my toothbrush clean?
Wash your hands both before and after brushing to avoid transferring bacteria and food particles to your toothbrush. After brushing, rinse your toothbrush thoroughly to remove excess toothpaste and other debris, and soak the brush in antiseptic mouthrinse to eliminate any lin- gering bacteria. Remember: Never share toothbrushes, as this habit can lead to the transmission of colds and/or bacteria.
be supervised while using an electric toothbrush.
How often should I change
my toothbrush?
Old toothbrushes with worn and
frayed bristles will not clean your teeth effectively, and they also may harbor harmful bacteria. You should change your toothbrush—or brush head, in the case of an electric toothbrush—every three to four months. However, if you get sick with a cold or the flu, you will need to change your toothbrush as soon as the illness begins and again once
the illness has subsided. This will help to get rid of any germs and bacteria on your toothbrush.
How can I keep my toothbrush clean?
Wash your hands both before and after brushing to avoid transferring bacteria and food particles to your toothbrush. After brushing, rinse your toothbrush thoroughly to remove excess toothpaste and other debris, and soak the brush in antiseptic mouthrinse to eliminate any lin- gering bacteria. Remember: Never share toothbrushes, as this habit can lead to the transmission of colds and/or bacteria.
How should I store my
toothbrush?
Store your toothbrush upright and let it air dry before using it again. Microorgan- isms are more likely to grow in a moist environment, so don’t cover your tooth- brush or store it in a closed container. Because bacteria can travel easily from brush to brush, don’t store your tooth- brush in the same container as someone else’s. Finally, keep your toothbrush as far away from the toilet as possible to avoid contamination from the airborne bacteria that are released with each flush.
Talk to your dentist if you have ques- tions about choosing or caring for your toothbrush. No matter which kind of toothbrush you have, make sure to brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day and visit the dentist regularly to maintain good oral health.
Store your toothbrush upright and let it air dry before using it again. Microorgan- isms are more likely to grow in a moist environment, so don’t cover your tooth- brush or store it in a closed container. Because bacteria can travel easily from brush to brush, don’t store your tooth- brush in the same container as someone else’s. Finally, keep your toothbrush as far away from the toilet as possible to avoid contamination from the airborne bacteria that are released with each flush.
Talk to your dentist if you have ques- tions about choosing or caring for your toothbrush. No matter which kind of toothbrush you have, make sure to brush your teeth for two minutes twice a day and visit the dentist regularly to maintain good oral health.
