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The British Dental Health Foundation is a charity that promotes oral health to the nation. They regularly carry out surveys and this one about toothbrushes I thought was quite amusing. What do you do with your toothbrush? Here’s what they found:
The national survey uncovered that more than four in every five of us go on to reuse our old toothbrushes for another purpose.
Results showed that four in ten people use an old toothbrush for scrubbing bathroom tiles, making it by far the most popular activity. Almost a third (28 percent) of us use our past toothbrushes to assist in cleaning various kitchen appliances, more than a quarter (26 per cent) use them to give an extra glimmer to our jewellery and roughly one in every five (18 per cent) of adults use the versatile oral hygiene product to shine shoes.
More uses included cleaning bikes, computer keyboards, toilets and toilets seats, fish tanks and finger nails. A clean sweep all-round!
Chief Executive of the British Dental Health Foundation, Dr Nigel Carter, says a toothbrush is able to perform many functions around the home after it’s time cleaning teeth and gums are over.
Dr Carter said: “We all should get through around four toothbrushes every year if we are to keep our oral health in tip-top condition. Generally people don’t change their toothbrushes often enough, but there are still plenty lying around the house and our survey has shown that people realise that a toothbrush has a value and role to play beyond their normal life and use.”
Results from the comprehensive survey found that the age of the owner plays a significant part in what happens to a toothbrush after it is too old to care for the teeth and gums.
Those of us over 75 are three times more likely to re-use their toothbrush for a different purpose than those between the ages of 16 and 34 and twice more likely than those between 35 and 44.
Additionally, women are a third more likely to reuse their toothbrush for chores and other uses than their male counterparts.
Combing eyebrows, dusting archaeological artefacts, children’s painting and other various art projects also featured in what we do with an old toothbrush, while more cleaning alternatives included taps and plugholes, tools, silverware, car batteries and wheels, football boots and bird cages.
Bizarrely, other uses for the oral hygiene product ranged from women who admit to using it to apply their hair dye to those who use the object as a hair chopstick while some men who choose to use an old toothbrush to clean the dog’s teeth or give the golf clubs a sharp polish.
The take home message here is that you should change your toothbrush every 3 months or so to maintain excellent oral hygiene, when did you last buy a new toothbrush for you and the whole family?
🦷 5 daily habits that can transform your oral hygiene
Great oral health isn’t built in a day — it’s the result of small, consistent habits. From brushing effectively to cleaning between your teeth, the things you do every day really matter.
We’ve just shared a new blog with 5 simple dental hygiene tips to help protect your teeth and gums and support long-term oral health.
If you’re looking for dental hygiene tips Portishead, this is a great place to start 👇
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How often should you brush and floss your teeth? 🪥✨
In this short video, Carol explains the best routine for healthy teeth and gums, why consistency matters, and simple tips to make oral care easy every day.
Even a few extra minutes of care each day can make a huge difference for your smile — and your confidence!
💡 Pro tip: Brushing twice a day and flossing once a day keeps your teeth and gums happy.
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She did it! 🚴♀️👏
Carol has officially completed her charity bike ride and we’re incredibly proud of her. One of our lovely patients even brought in this card to celebrate the achievement – such a thoughtful gesture.
The ride may be finished, but the fundraising is still open. If you’d like to support Carol and the cause she rode for, there’s still time to donate.
Every contribution makes a difference and means a lot to Carol and the team.
Tap the link in our bio to donate. Thank you for all the encouragement and support along the way. 💙
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If you’d like to contribute, please use the link below. Thank you for cheering Carol on and supporting such a fantastic effort. 💙
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When should your child see the dentist for the first time? 🦷👶
Swipe through our carousel to learn why early dental visits matter, what to expect, and how starting young can set your child up for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
At Evolve Dentistry, we make children feel calm, understood, and cared for — because dentistry should be a positive experience from the very first visit.
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Portishead means more to us than a place of work - it’s home.
We’ve written an open letter to our local community to share what Evolve Dentistry truly stands for: compassion, authenticity, respect, and doing the right thing - always.
This practice was built with people at its heart. Not transactions, not targets - but neighbours, families, familiar faces and lasting relationships.
If you are part of this wonderful town - whether you’ve been with us for years or are simply curious about who we are - we’d love you to take a few moments to read it.
Thank you for trusting us to care for your smiles. We are incredibly proud to belong here.
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Huge congratulations to Maisie 🎉
We are so proud to share that our trainee dental nurse, Maisie, has officially passed her dental nurse exams!
Maisie has worked incredibly hard alongside her training here at the practice, showing real dedication to her learning and to our patients every single day. From supporting clinicians chairside to helping create a calm, welcoming environment, she has grown in confidence and skill throughout her journey.
Becoming a qualified dental nurse is a fantastic achievement, and we couldn’t be happier for her. Please join us in congratulating Maisie next time you see her at the practice! 👏
Well done, Maisie – we’re so proud of you. 💙
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Thinking about straightening your teeth but unsure where to begin?
Lisa breaks down the difference between clear aligners and fixed braces - simply, clearly and without the jargon.
Both are effective. Both can create beautiful results. The right choice depends on you.
Watch the video to learn more, and if you’d like personalised advice, we’d be delighted to help.
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