The cause of most dental and oral diseases is bacteria. After performing daily hygiene procedures, part of the pathogenic microorganisms remains on the bristles. You can get rid of such bacteria using special devices. In our article we will talk about what a sterilizer for toothbrushes is. We will dwell in detail on how to use this device and what popular brands are presented on the market today.
Why do I need a toothbrush sterilizer?
In the human oral cavity there are about 40 thousand different microorganisms, some of which are pathogenic. Most bacteria during brushing settle on the bristles, where they live and breed throughout the life of the brush. And it is in the bathroom that the most favorable conditions are created: high humidity at a sufficiently high air temperature in the room.
To destroy bacteria, a toothbrush sterilizer with ultraviolet light is intended. The compact device can also be used to disinfect other small items of personal hygiene, such as manicure scissors or a razor. The sterilizer is completely safe for humans and the items that are processed in it. Sterile cleanliness is provided after just a few minutes of operation of the device and is maintained throughout the day.
How to use?
The design of the device is a case with a holder for a toothbrush and a plastic cover. Bacterial disinfection occurs due to the action of an ultraviolet lamp located inside the sterilizer. Microparticles of the beam penetrate into the cells of pathogenic microorganisms, interfering with their nutrition, growth and reproduction. The ultraviolet lamp in the device is located in such a way that the bristles of all brushes without exception fall under the action of the rays.
To learn how to use a sterilizer for toothbrushes for each person:
- First of all, you need to properly shake off the water from the brush and remove excess moisture with a napkin.
- Position the item inside the sterilizer using the holder. In this case, the toothbrush should be directed by the bristles to the ultraviolet lamp.
- Close the plastic cover. After a few seconds, the lamp turns on and the device starts to work.
- If you need to use a toothbrush, just open the lid of the sterilizer and remove it. In this case, the ultraviolet lamp will turn off automatically.
Varieties of Toothbrush Sterilizers
Despite the fact that today the presented devices are not very popular, they are presented in the market in a fairly wide range. Sterilizers differ in size, appearance and functional characteristics.
Depending on the size, all devices can be divided into 2 types:
- compact (individual) - for one toothbrush, designed to disinfect the bristles from bacteria during trips, business trips, trips;
- family - for two or more personal care products intended for home use.
The devices of the first type, as a rule, operate on batteries, and in appearance practically do not differ from the usual case for glasses. An ultraviolet toothbrush sterilizer designed for home use is housed in the bathroom. Devices of this kind work from the electric network and cost much more.
Popular brands
One of the most convenient toothbrush sterilizers is Gezatone. The design of the device has the shape of a glass and consists of four cavities and a tray. Sterilization of toothbrushes from germs is provided within 7 minutes after the start of work.
Esencia is ideal if you need to neutralize up to six items from the action of pathogenic bacteria. In it, you can sterilize not only toothbrushes, but also manicure scissors and a razor. The device is mounted on a wall in the bathroom and is closed while the items are being processed by the lid.
The most popular compact models are the Timson or Zero Germ sterilizers, which are case-shaped and designed to disinfect your personal toothbrush while traveling. The bristle processing time is about 7 minutes.