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  • Title: A study of toothbrush contamination at different time intervals and comparative effectiveness of various disinfecting solutions in reducing toothbrush contamination.
    Author: Grewal N, Swaranjit K.
    Journal: J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent; 1996 Mar; 14(1):10-3. PubMed ID: 9522747.
    Abstract:
    Toothbrush contamination during the procedure of brushing was assessed at different time intervals of usage. A peak value of 100% contamination was found at 1 month interval. Hence, a method suggesting disinfection of the toothbrush was employed by comparing the effectiveness of various disinfecting solutions available in the market so that, the brush does not become a source of potential pathogens.
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