But how many of us don't even think about cleaning our toothbrush? Some dentists recommend replacing your toothbrush every month, but most people would rather wait until the bristles start curling like a pig's tail before they throw it away.

Taking care of your toothbrush will help you keep healthy, happy teeth for years to come!

First of all , let's learn where the germs are . The bristles of your toothbrush can trap up to an amazing amount of nasty microbes within its microscopic nooks and crannies. There are more germs on one handle of a household toilet than there are human beings on earth! And not only that, but the slime left behind by these bacteria even harbors diseases like strep throat, pneumonia, tuberculosis, hepatitis A and B, tuberculosis...the list goes on. So how do we make sure our toothbrushes stay clean?

The best way to keep your toothbrush germ-free is by being proactive.

First, since you're going to be putting a wet brush in a moist environment every night, it's smart to store your toothbrush upright so that any water can drain out of the handle , thus making sure no mold or mildew will grow during the day.

If you're looking for a way to keep your toothbrush clean and germ-free, then you should definitely check out Bril! Bril is a portable toothbrush case that automatically sterilizes your toothbrush after every use. It contains an all-natural UltraViolet (UV-C) light that kills 99.9% of germs on contact.

Bril is very simple to use. Just place your toothbrush inside and close the lid. Simple as that! After that, Bril's germ-killing UV light will begin to sterilize your toothbrush on its own. With Bril, you can have peace of mind knowing that your toothbrush is always clean and sterile.

Bril is a portable toothbrush case that automatically sterilizes your toothbrush after every use. It contains an all-natural UltraViolet (UV-C) light that kills 99.9% of germs on contact.

Bril is very simple to use. Just place your toothbrush inside and close the lid. Simple as that! After that, Bril's germ-killing UV light will begin to sterilize your toothbrush on its own. With Bril, you can have peace of mind knowing that your toothbrush is always clean and sterile.

Bril is really cool. Bril is made out of a box that has an ultraviolet light inside, which means it will kill any germs or bacteria on the brush. All you have to do is put the brush in the box and close the lid - easy as pie!

Finally, remember to clean your toothbrush holder at least once a week! Once again, here's where you need to be proactive in order not to let any mold grow in the cup holder. That means taking out all of the pieces and cleaning them with dish-soap and hot water (making sure that it is completely dry before putting back together) or even throwing them into the dishwasher.

You may think these measures are much too extreme for something as simple as your toothbrush , but just think about what would happen if you went seven days between brushing… if you skipped two days in a row…or if you skipped brushing for just one day!

After all of these steps are taken, your new, germ-free toothbrush will be ready to give you the happy, healthy smile that you desire!