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Does rinsing your colgate toothbrush under hot water to make it clean make it less effective? i did it twice. do i need a new colgate toothbrush?
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Hot water is OK: Make a rule and change your toothbrush every three months or sooner if the bristles are frayed.
Answered 9/10/2016
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