KIDS QUIZ
HEALTH AND HYGIENE
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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2 weeks
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2-3 months or after an illness
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Twice a year
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Once a year
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Detailed explanation-1: -Replace toothbrushes every 3 to 4 months. Consider getting a new toothbrush sooner if you have been sick, especially if the toothbrush is stored close to other toothbrushes. When in doubt, look at the bristles. If they are frayed, they won’t clean teeth as thoroughly.
Detailed explanation-2: -Signs to Replace Your Toothbrush As soon as you realize that your toothbrush bristles are pointing in the wrong direction or becoming worn down, you should replace it. However, as a general rule of thumb, you should try to replace it every three months.
Detailed explanation-3: -“The average person should be swapping out for a new toothbrush every three to four months, ‘’ explains Dr. Sienna Palmer, DDS, dentist at Meridien Dental in Santa Monica, CA. “This is recommended to ensure that the bristles are still effective and bacteria accumulation on the toothbrush is minimal.”
Detailed explanation-4: -Boil your toothbrush for about 3 minutes. Although it is hard on your toothbrush, boiling water will most germs. A toothbrush can be put into the silverware compartment of the dishwasher to be sanitized. Run your toothbrush through on the hot cycle without soap.