Are you regularly sharing a toothbrush with your significant other?
Dentists say that’s bad news for your dental hygiene.
No matter which camp best describes you, know that sharing definitelyisntcaring when it comes to youroral hygiene.
The habit might not seem all that badyoure sharing with a person you regularly smooch after all.
And thats why she would never, ever recommend it.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
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To kiss someone is one thing.
To kiss someone is one thing.
Ana Castilla, DDS
When you kiss someone, youre mostly sharing saliva, Dr. Castilla says.
The less bacteria thats being spread around, the better it is for everyone involved.
And it doesnt matter if atoothbrushlooksclean and it stored properly.
Regularlydisinfecting your toothbrush isnt necessary, but bacteria invisible to the naked eye hideseverywhere.
The snake-like microscopic bacteria get stuck in between bristles, saysNammy Patel, DDS.
Its better than getting a mouthful of problem-causing bacteria any day.
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