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Why do the bristles on my toothbrush get splayed when I brush my teeth?
When I buy a new toothbrush, it doesn't take long for the bristles to go all over the place, but my husban...
Toothbrush Tooth

Why do the bristles on my toothbrush get splayed when I brush my teeth?
When I buy a new toothbrush, it doesn't take long for the bristles to go all over the place, but my husband's bristles stay looking fairly new for much longer, even though he brushes his teeth for much longer! Do I just push harder on the brush? I've always wondered why ...
When you brush your teeth, it's to remove any plaque that has accumulated in a short period of time and to clean other soft debris from them... it's not to remove any hard deposits (calculus/tartar), that's what professional cleanings are for.
A soft-bristled brush is recommended so as to not harm the gums, in fact it's suggested to actually massage them during brushing. A hard-bristled brush can cause what's known as 'toothbrush abrasion', which occurs when brushing too hard in the same direction day after day.
Start fresh: get yourself a new brush, and try being more gentle on your teeth and gums. Brush in a 'c' motion, holding the brush at a 45 degree angle to your gums, and use minimal pressure. Ideally a toothbrush should be replaced at least every three months; this should prevent the 'frayed' condition of the brush as well.
~Hope this helped!
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