How to Make Your Tooth Brush Last Indefinitely

Recently, I discovered a way to make my toothbrush last several times longer than usual. I think the recommended retirement age for a toothbrush is 3 months, but my current brush is going on 4 months and looks almost new. Yes, the end is nowhere in sight for this toothbrush!
I have found two things that help achieve a longevous toothbrush.

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Step 1 Step the first:

1) Rinse your toothbrush thoroughly (for about ten seconds) after brushing.

Comments

[Darmani]

I imagine that this method spends a lot of clean water... maybe its not the most efficient way.

[jmayberry2]

i was thinking the same thing. specially since you can buy name brand toothbrush's at the dollar store.

[skonofvulcan]

Who in the world changes there toothbrush every 3 or 4 months? Most people change it once a year when the dentist gives them a new one.

[tstan13]

at least every 3 months even if it is not worn. plus every time you are sick.

[greenpixi]

To be honest, I think the reason you're seeing much less wear on your toothbrush is because by holding it in that light grip, you're not using as much pressure when you brush. Pushing the bristles up against your teeth when you are brushing is what causes them to splay out like that.