How to Sanitize a Travel Toothbrush Holder

Keeping your toothbrush holder sanitized is important to your overall health. The toothbrush holder needs to be protected from germs to prevent bacteria from spreading to your toothbrush and causing illness. Sanitize your travel toothbrush holder after each use so that it remains clean and free of bacteria. You also need to sanitize your toothbrush properly to prevent spreading bacteria into the holder. Once you sanitize the toothbrush holder, you should only store the toothbrush in it while you are traveling. Toothbrushes stored in holders at home can trap moisture that can cause bacteria to grow.

Things You'll Need

• Small bowl or cup
• Antibacterial mouthwash
• 2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 cup water

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Instructions

• 1

  Rinse the toothbrush holder and toothbrush after each use with hot water. Remove any remaining toothpaste and debris.

• 2

  Fill a small bowl or cup with an antibacterial mouthwash or 2 tsp. of baking soda and 1 cup of water. Soak the toothbrush holder in the mouthwash for 30 seconds to one minute. Dip the toothbrush into the mouthwash, and allow it to soak for the same amount of time. Rinse the holder and toothbrush off under cool water.

• 3

  Dry the toothbrush holder to remove excess water. Allow the toothbrush to air-dry completely before you place it back into the toothbrush holder.

• 4

  Rinse the toothbrush off with hot water before use. Sanitize the toothbrush and holder again with the same process.