Prab at 16:47, 31 January 2021

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A toothbrush is a small brush which has long handle; used to clean [[teeth]]. Tooth brush is usually made of plastic fibers, but can also be made with small branch of certain trees like the [[neem tree]].
==History==
The modern toothbrush as we know it today was not invented until 1938. The early forms of the toothbrush have been in existence since 3000 BC. Ancient civilizations used a “chew stick,” which was a thin twig with a frayed end.

==Types==
Toothbrushes come in many shakes and sizes including those that are finger toothbrush, [[electric toothbrush]] and manual toothbrush.

[[File:Toothbrush toothbrush.JPG|alt=Toothbrush|thumb|Toothbrush]]
==Benefits==
In removing plaque and other soft debris from the teeth, toothbrushes become contaminated with bacteria, blood, saliva, oral debris, and toothpaste. Because of this contamination, a common recommendation is to rinse one’s toothbrush thoroughly with tap water following brushing.

==Tips==
* Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
* Floss regularly.
* Visit your dentist routinely for a checkup and cleaning. Tell the dentist about any medical conditions you have and medications you take.
* Eat a well-balanced diet.
* Quit [[smoking]]. Smoking increases your risk for gum disease.
* Do not share toothbrushes. Toothbrushes can have germs on them even after rinsing that could raise the risk of infection, especially for people with immune suppression.
* After brushing, rinse your toothbrush with tap water until it is completely clean, let it air-dry, and store it in an upright position. If more than one brush is stored in the same holder, do not let them touch each other.
* You do not need to soak toothbrushes in disinfecting solutions or mouthwash, which may actually spread germs under the right conditions.
* You do not need to use dishwashers, microwaves, or ultraviolet devices to disinfect toothbrushes. These methods may damage the toothbrush.
* Avoid covering toothbrushes or storing them in closed containers, which can cause the growth of bacteria.
* Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months, or sooner if the bristles look worn out. This is because a worn-out toothbrush may not work as well, not because it might carry more germs.
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File:Patented curved bristles of the Collis Curve toothbrush.jpg|Patented in 1985, curved bristles allow for safe and easy brushing of teeth and gingival sulcus.
File:Toothbrush teaching 1.jpg|A child being shown how to use a toothbrush.
File:'Indexo' finger toothbrush, New York, United States, 1901-19 Wellcome L0058113.jpg|'Indexo' finger toothbrush, New York, United States, 1901–1919. It is made entirely of rubber, which has been shaped to fit over the index finger.
File:Toothbrush1899Paris.jpg|A photo from 1899 showing the use of a toothbrush.
File:Napoleon’s toothbrush, c 1795. (9660576547).jpg|The [[horsehair]] toothbrush was said to have been used by [[Napoleon Bonaparte]]
File:Toothbrush x3 20050716 001.jpg|thumb|Three plastic toothbrushes
File:So Many Choices (11693539025).jpg|Various electric toothbrush heads
An interdental or interproximal ("proxy") brush is a small brush, typically disposable, either supplied with a reusable angled plastic handle or an integral handle, used for cleaning between [[teeth]] and between the wires of [[dental brace]]s and the teeth.
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Prab at 16:47, 31 January 2021