Bamboo toothbrushes
Bamboo toothbrushes in soft, medium and firm, with beechwood brushes, children's sizes and multipacks for the whole household. A soft bamboo toothbrush or a beechwood wooden toothbrush suits most mouths, and when it is time to replace it, pull out the bristles and compost the handle.
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Choosing bamboo toothbrushes
Bamboo toothbrushes clean exactly like plastic ones, with a handle that comes from a fast-growing plant and breaks down at the end of its life. A plastic brush works just as well, so the gain is a handle you can compost rather than bin. Look for a smooth, sealed handle that will not splinter, the bristle firmness your dentist recommends and a head size that fits your mouth. Wild & Stone makes bamboo toothbrush 4-packs and children's brushes in several colours, Auklett makes a bamboo toothbrush pack and Pro White Teeth Kits makes a multipack. Each brush met our standard on materials and transparency.
Soft, medium or firm bristles
Most dentists recommend a soft or medium bristle, because firm bristles can wear gums if you brush hard. The bristles on most bamboo toothbrushes are nylon, sometimes infused with charcoal or made partly from plant oils, so a fully plastic free toothbrush is rare. Organically Epic makes a charcoal-infused bamboo toothbrush for adults and a kids eco toothbrush. A biodegradable toothbrush handle still needs the bristles removed before composting.
A wooden toothbrush in beechwood
A wooden toothbrush in beechwood is a sturdy alternative to bamboo, with a slightly heavier feel in the hand. Georganics makes beechwood toothbrushes in medium and firm, plus a kids size. WiseSip makes Evermore toothbrushes, and Nzema Appolo Skincare makes an organic dental chew stick, a traditional way to clean teeth. For an electric option, Georganics makes sonic toothbrush sets and Organically Epic makes an electric bamboo toothbrush.
Looking after a bamboo toothbrush
Rinse your bamboo toothbrush after use and store it upright somewhere dry, as a handle that stays wet can discolour. Replace it every three months, and pick a different colour for each person so brushes do not get mixed up. Wild & Stone makes a bamboo toothbrush stand that keeps the head off wet surfaces. Swap to a new brush after a cold, too. For electric brushes, Toothbrush Heads has bamboo replacement heads, Floss & Interdental has floss and a stainless steel tongue cleaner, Toothpaste covers the paste and Bathroom Accessories has dispensers and dishes.
Common questions
Are bamboo toothbrushes good for your teeth?
Yes. The bristles do the cleaning, so a bamboo toothbrush with soft or medium bristles cleans as well as a plastic one. Brush for two minutes, twice a day.
How do you dispose of a bamboo toothbrush?
Pull out the bristles with pliers and put them in general waste, then compost the handle or add it to garden waste. Some councils do not accept bamboo in garden waste, so check yours.
How long does a bamboo toothbrush last?
Replace it every three months, as you would a plastic brush, or sooner if the bristles splay. Keeping it dry between uses stops the handle discolouring.
Are bamboo toothbrushes suitable for children?
Yes. Choose a child-sized head with soft bristles, and help with brushing until about age seven.
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