Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cleaning your toothbrush is important. (Getty Images) Everyone (well, nearly everyone) would agree that brushing your teeth is a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You reach for it twice daily and rely on it to keep your oral hygiene in check. Brushing your teeth regularly prevents cavities, ...

You rinse your toothbrush without thinking, then drop it back into a cup that never truly dries. The bathroom is warm, the air a little steamy, and somewhere a toilet flushes. That soft brush you ...

Here’s a disgusting stat that will ruin your morning routine: more than 60% of toothbrushes are contaminated with faecal matter. Yes, your toothbrush. And no, it’s not because you’re gross, it’s ...

If you’ve ever caught your toddler gnawing on someone else’s toothbrush or watched your family’s brushes all huddled together in the same holder, you’re not alone. Toothbrushes may not look dirty, but ...

"Did you know that flushing the toilet can send bacteria flying up to 6 feet in the air? If your toothbrush is chilling next to your toilet, you might be brushing with more than just toothpaste!" ...

Toothbrushes can harbour bacteria so it's important people give the object a thorough clean at least once a week. It's recommended that you throw out your old brush every three months since a ...

When it comes to cleaning your home you can often miss the little bits such as cleaning behind the sofa or washing your gym bag. But have you thought about how to clean your electric toothbrush?