:quality(70)/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/cmg/U747AV3ZJZH4XG32YZFE42BVNE.jpg)
Health care professionals give lots of advice on Tik Tok all the time... this tip from a doctor on the social media platform seems weird but who am I to judge?
A doctor that goes by @dr.joe_md on Tik Tok says that we should be washing our toothbrushes in soap and water every night. He says it cuts down on bacteria and viral growth.
@drjoe_md Washing your toothbrush with soap and water each night can significantly reduce the accumulation of bacteria, viruses, and fungi on its bristles and handle. This practice helps prevent the introduction of bacteria, viruses and fungi in the mouth. Also, recent studies have suggested a link between oral bacteria and cardiovascular health, indicating that maintaining oral hygiene might also contribute to heart health. So, a clean toothbrush is more effective at removing plaque, which is crucial not only for dental health but potentially for preventing cardiovascular disease as well. It’s important to thoroughly rinse the toothbrush to remove any soap before use to ensure safety. #dental #hearthealth #healthtips #healthyliving #doctor
♬ original sound - Dr. Joe, M.D. 🩺
Ok, here’s my question.... I’m not saying he’s wrong, but if we should do this, why aren’t there dentists telling us to do this? Why is this the first I have heard of this?
:quality(70)/s3.amazonaws.com/arc-authors/cmg/a542cb95-e0bf-4dbd-823c-ca875fcf89c9.png)
Sign Up
