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How risky is sharing a toothbrush?
Manage episode 429425160 series 2634716
Once you get past the initial ick-factor of toothbrush sharing, it's worth considering whether there are any actual harms.
Whether we like it or not, our mouths are home to a unique microbiome.
As Norman and Tegan explain, it's influenced by what we eat, who we kiss – and yes, who we might share a toothbrush with.
References
- Armed to the Teeth—The Oral Mucosa Immunity System and Microbiota
- Assessment of Microbial Contamination of a Toothbrush Head with and without a Protective Cover: An Ex Vivo Study
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862 episodes
Manage episode 429425160 series 2634716
Once you get past the initial ick-factor of toothbrush sharing, it's worth considering whether there are any actual harms.
Whether we like it or not, our mouths are home to a unique microbiome.
As Norman and Tegan explain, it's influenced by what we eat, who we kiss – and yes, who we might share a toothbrush with.
References
- Armed to the Teeth—The Oral Mucosa Immunity System and Microbiota
- Assessment of Microbial Contamination of a Toothbrush Head with and without a Protective Cover: An Ex Vivo Study
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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