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    Why Plastic Toothbrushes are Harmful?

    David K. GerberBy David K. GerberJanuary 11, 2023Updated:January 18, 2023No Comments2 Mins Read
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    When it comes to oral hygiene, a clean and effective toothbrush is an essential tool. But as more and more people become aware of the environmental impact of their choices, the question of whether to use a traditional plastic toothbrush or a more eco-friendly alternative has become a hot topic. On one hand, plastic toothbrushes are cheap, widely available, and easy to find in stores, they have some significant drawbacks when it comes to their environmental impact.

    Plastic toothbrushes is a widely available type, made from polypropylene. They are cheap and easily available and are typically used for a few months before being replaced. However, plastic toothbrushes are not biodegradable, meaning they will sit in landfills for hundreds of years without fully decomposing. All in all, they can have potentially fatal consequences.

    Top reasons that you must avoid plastic toothbrushes 

    • First and foremost, plastic toothbrushes are not biodegradable. This means that once they are thrown away, they will take hundreds of years to break down into smaller pieces but would never fully decompose. This can have serious consequences for the environment. In addition to littering the land, plastic toothbrushes can also end up in the ocean, where they can be ingested by marine life, which is really dangerous.
    • Another problem with plastic toothbrushes is that they are made from fossil fuels, which are a limited resource. The production of plastic toothbrushes requires the use of oil and natural gas, which are non-renewable resources that contribute to climate change when are extracted and processed.

    Thus, if you are considering switching to a more eco-friendly toothbrush, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, make sure to choose a toothbrush with a biodegradable or recycled handle as the bristles can be replaced with a more environmentally friendly option. Second, consider the overall life cycle of the toothbrush. For example, an aluminum toothbrush may have a lower environmental impact than a recycled plastic toothbrush, but only if it is used and disposed of properly.

    While traditional plastic toothbrushes are pocket-friendly and readily available, they do have significant environmental drawbacks. On the other hand, eco-friendly alternatives with recyclable toothbrush heads can help reduce plastic pollution and reduce our reliance on non-renewable resources. Ultimately, which toothbrush to use is up to the individual, but by considering the environmental impact of our choices, we can all play a role in protecting the planet.

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