Can you use electric tooth brushes in the shower

My friend once told me that using my electric toothbrush in the shower is a great way to ruin it and I was genuinely surprised, because I had been using mine while showering all along!

So, I did my research and figured out that a lot of people actually google up “Can you use electric tooth brushes in the shower” every single day- just like you might have in order to find this article!

But guess what, the main thing that surprised me is what people aren’t really aware about the fact that it is perfectly safe to use your toothbrush in the shower!

[But there is something associated with it that you might want to keep in mind to ensure your safety- keep reading to find out!]

Can you use electric tooth brushes in the shower?

Electric toothbrushes, as I just remarked, are perfectly safe to use when you’re showering.

A lot of people often think that it’s not safe to use them while showering because they’re electric toothbrushes and that they might end up electrocuting themselves.

However, the batteries that these toothbrushes work on are really really weak, and really can’t do anything to you. Also, most of the toothbrushes are properly designed to actually be resistant to water anyway.

Quoting OralB,

Yes, all Oral-B electric toothbrushes are waterproof, so it is fine to use them in the shower. However, we don’t recommend immersing your brush in water.

We know using your toothbrush in the shower saves a vital few minutes on hectic mornings. Just make sure that you completely dry the handle after use and before charging.

Again, Quoting Philips,

It is completely safe to use your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush in the shower. Make sure to never store your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush in the shower between brushings. Allow the toothbrush to air-dry between uses. Also, do not place the charger where it might risk contact with water.

What you still need to watch out for

But that doesn’t mean that there’s nothing that can turn into a dangerous situation.

While the battery and therefore the electric toothbrush is perfectly safe (at least for you) to use in the shower, that doesn’t mean that you can take the charger along as well.

Keep in mind that taking the charger anywhere near water is dangerous and is something you must avoid at all costs.

So, in order to ensure your safety, make sure that you’re not taking the charger or putting it anywhere close to water.

Also, it is generally recommended that, despite the fact that it’s water resistant, you should not leave your electric toothbrush in your shower while you’re not using it.

It’s alright to use it while you shower, but you should let it dry properly as well. Click here to check out why drying your toothbrush is really important.

Ensure that your electric toothbrush is water resistant

However, as you might have guessed, it is important to ensure that your electric toothbrush is water resistant.

Because, if it isn’t, then my friend would prove himself right and you would lose your beloved toothbrush.

Honestly, most toothbrushes are waterproof and it’s actually without checking too much that we end up using it in the shower, and it doesn’t really cause much of a problem most of the time.

However, if you’re not sure about it and want to keep your toothbrush healthy too, it’s probably the best idea to actually get in touch with the company and check out if the toothbrush is fine to use in the shower.

But, as I just said, most of the electric toothbrushes available out there are perfectly fine to use while showering. You’re not putting yourself or your toothbrush in danger while you do so in most cases.

Why You Should Replace Your Toothbrush

One of the most important questions is why you might want to replace your toothbrush after all!

Well, it just so happens that there are quite a lot of possible reasons owing to which you might want to replace them. The main ones might be summed up in the following points:

• Frayed Bristles: After quite a bit of use, the bristles actually start to get frayed. This is a clear indication that you should change your toothbrush. So, that’s one of the prime reasons why you should replace your toothbrush after 3 months.
• Bacteria buildup: Another good reason is the eventual bacteria buildup in your toothbrush. After all, that’s what’s going inside your mouth to get rid of the bacteria. So, replacing it once in every 3 months sounds like a good choice if you want to keep that mouth bacteria free.
• Sickness: While not always applicable, this one’s still a good reason to replace it. When someone in your family falls sick, it’s a good reason to change their toothbrush. This is mostly owing to the fact that bacteria can easily spread if you store the infected toothbrush with other toothbrushes, and also because the problem might back again.
• Getting a new toothbrush: And at the end of the day, who doesn’t love getting a new toothbrush? It’s really fun to actually use a new one, and that’s a good reason in itself to actually get a new toothbrush every once in a while. Plus, it’s actually good for your health!

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