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Two The Turtle Tribe bamboo toothbrushes with blue nylon bristles lying on a light timber surface

How Long Does a Bamboo Toothbrush Last, and Whe...

Written by Shane Heaton, Nutritionist & Co-founder · Updated September 2026 Quick answerFor a bamboo toothbrush with nylon bristles, around 3 months is a good general replacement interval. Replace it sooner...

How Long Does a Bamboo Toothbrush Last, and Whe...

Written by Shane Heaton, Nutritionist & Co-founder · Updated September 2026 Quick answerFor a bamboo toothbrush with nylon bristles, around 3 months is a good general replacement interval. Replace it sooner...

Bamboo vs Plastic Toothbrushes: Why Should I Swap?

Bamboo vs Plastic Toothbrushes: Why Should I Swap?

Does a bamboo toothbrush clean as well as plastic? What the research says on plaque, plastic use and composting, plus how to look after bamboo.

Bamboo vs Plastic Toothbrushes: Why Should I Swap?

Does a bamboo toothbrush clean as well as plastic? What the research says on plaque, plastic use and composting, plus how to look after bamboo.

Two The Turtle Tribe bamboo toothbrushes on a wooden tray, one with blue nylon bristles and one with black natural bristles

Natural vs Nylon Toothbrush Bristles: What’s th...

Written by Shane Heaton, Nutritionist & Co-founder · Updated September 2026 Quick answerMost toothbrush bristles are made from nylon, which is plastic. Natural bristles made from boar or horse hair...

Natural vs Nylon Toothbrush Bristles: What’s th...

Written by Shane Heaton, Nutritionist & Co-founder · Updated September 2026 Quick answerMost toothbrush bristles are made from nylon, which is plastic. Natural bristles made from boar or horse hair...