What Are Bamboo Toothbrushes Made Of - Your Questions Answered

What are the bristles of a bamboo toothbrush made of? How long will my bamboo toothbrush last? Do Bamboo Toothbrushes Get Moldy? These are some of your questions. We'd love to give all the answers here to support you in making careful choices to live a more sustainable life.

What are bamboo toothbrushes made of?

Apparently, bamboo toothbrushes are made from bamboo. uBamboo Bamboo Toothbrushes are 96% natural, cruelty-free and vegan. However, as you might imagine, the bristles are also part of the toothbrush and make up less than 5% of our non-natural products.

We want our entire product to be ecological, including packaging. So the toothbrush comes in a brown paper bag. The outer box is made of 100% carton and is also biodegradable.

What are the bristles of a bamboo toothbrush made of?

Bamboo toothbrush bristles are made of high-quality DuPont Nylon and are BPA free. We are well aware that this is not the best environmental solution. But it's still the best way to provide good oral care. Until today, the only 100% biodegradable and efficient option was animal hair, a very controversial material, or PLA. But by our standards, these aren't good options yet.

What toothbrush is best?

In our opinion, the best toothbrushes are always eco-friendly, made from renewable resources, biodegradable, and clean our teeth effectively. That's how we define the best toothbrush. Choosing the best bamboo toothbrush also means embracing ecological and social values. At uBamboo, we are Guardians of the Planet. We firmly believe that environmental damage can be avoided if we take small and simple actions: Say no to plastic and switch to bamboo toothbrushes.

How long will my bamboo toothbrush last?

You can use the eco bamboo toothbrush for as long as you use a traditional plastic toothbrush. We endorse the recommendations of dentists and hygienists regarding the longevity of bamboo toothbrushes. Therefore, you should replace your toothbrush every 2 or 3 months. However, your use of the toothbrush will also vary when considering the recommended time frame.

How to keep a bamboo toothbrush clean?

Bamboo toothbrushes require more care than plastic toothbrushes. After all, it is an organic material. But it only takes 3 steps to clean properly. We've put together a complete guide on how to care for your bamboo toothbrush here. If you want to learn the best practices for keeping your toothbrush clean, read on.

Can I boil a bamboo toothbrush?

You can boil your bamboo toothbrush. But only if it serves its main purpose: cleaning teeth. If you notice mold on the handle, you may want to boil your bamboo toothbrush. We need to remind you that bamboo is an organic material and therefore porous. This appearance may be the result of not drying your bamboo toothbrush properly after each use. If you skip this important second step, a puddle of water will appear at the bottom of your mug, and the natural moisture will seep into the bamboo handle.

Do Bamboo Toothbrushes Get Moldy?

Yes, bamboo toothbrushes can get moldy if not cleaned properly. Note that bamboo is an organic material, so it is more prone to mold growth than plastic toothbrushes. But we can't explain it enough, using a bamboo toothbrush requires extra love.

Do Bamboo Toothbrushes Build Bacteria?

Bamboo toothbrushes contain bacteria like any other traditional toothbrush. Truth be told, our mouths are a reservoir of all sorts of natural microbes.

Bamboo toothbrushes, like plastic toothbrushes, are a breeding ground for many microorganisms. The problem is when the number of unhealthy bacteria is out of balance with the number of healthy bacteria. So you'd better take some precautions.

Also, we'd love to hear your thoughts, tips and questions. contact us!