Doctor Reveals Toothbrush Health Tip That Takes Just 30 Seconds

Most of us, when done brushing our teeth at night, simply rinse our toothbrush and leave it out to dry. But according to one doctor on TikTok, that means missing out on one important step in your nightly hygiene routine that could make a huge impact on your general health.

Dr. Joe Whittington, an ER doctor who boasts more than 1.8 million followers on the platform, explained in a video this week why everyone should be cleaning their toothbrush after they use it. And the reasoning goes way beyond oral health alone.