FACT #1: FECAL MATTER FOUND ON MORE THAN 60% OF TOOTHBRUSHES IN BATHROOMS.

You put your toothbrush in your mouth twice a day, but do you ever think of what's lurking on it? 

• There is a %60 chance your toothbrush is covered in poo.
• Fecal particles can spread to a toothbrush through the air after flushing.
• Aerosols can spread about 6 to 9 feet when the toilets flushed and all those little droplets of water that come out of the toilet can contain bacterias, viruses and parasites.
• Bacteria in the faeces particles can lead to severe illnesses such as diarrhoea.

Toilet germs are dangerous. They include some of the most dangerous bacterias like E. coli (which can cause, diarrhea, bloody diarrhea or abdominal cramps), streptococcus (the bug behind strep throat), or S. aureus (linked to serious skin problems or pneumonia).

You can watch the full length American Society for Microbiology interview video of researcher, Lauren Aber, by clicking here. 

Dr. Oz also ran a test on a random toothbrush from the crowd on his TV show and found 3 dangerous bacterias on the randomly picked toothbrush:

• E.coli (can cause diarrhea, bloody diarrhea or abdominal cramps)
• Klebsiella Oxytoca (can cause thrombophlebitis, urinary tract infection, cholecystitis, diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infection, wound infection, osteomyelitis, and meningitis)
• Enterobacter (can cause bacteremia, lower respiratory tract infections, skin and soft-tissue infections, urinary tract infections, endocarditis)

Here is a research video on "How toilet germs can reach your tootbrush?":

So next time you brush your teeth, think about what might also be on those bristles.

A more disturbing fact is: 

• 8 out of 10 times, that poop-residue on your toothbrush came from someone else using the same bathroom.

Nobel Prize should be given to Lauren Aber.

Everything about this scientific study is absolutely disgusting.

But wait. It's not over. 

There is still more you need to know about your toothbrush.

FACT #2: GERMS GROW FASTER IN MOIST ENVIRONMENTS, LIKE YOUR TOOTHBRUSH

Do you think poop is the only threat for your toothbrush and thereby your health? 

Unfortunately NO!

• Germs are everywhere and they grow faster in moist environments.  
• Do not completely cover toothbrush or store them in closed containers.
• Not allowing the head of the toothbrush to dry out between uses create an environment where germs grow faster on toothbrush.
• Adequate ventilation is needed to allow toothbrush dry out between uses.

Which can, again, lead to many severely dangerous illnesses. 

The bacteria that cause gum diseases are anaerobic. That means they live in a low oxygen environment and these bacteria are killed by exposure to air.

The simple act of letting your toothbrush dry out between uses will kill many germs.

FACT #3: SHARING A TOOTHBRUSH HOLDER IS THE SHORTEST WAY TO EXCHANGE INFECTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE

If you are sharing a toothbrush holder and one of the users is infected, it's highly possible for you to get sick soon.

• When you brush, you remove plaque and particles so toothbrushes can become contaminated with bacteria, blood, saliva, and oral debris. This contamination can be passed right back to you or to others who share the same holder.
• If more than one brush is stored in the same holder or area, keep the brushes separated to prevent cross-contamination.
• Make sure everyone has their own toothbrush by color-coding them.
• Replace your toothbrush regularly after you've had any illness such as a cold or flu because germs can remain even after you've recovered.

It's a good idea to replace your toothbrush after you've had any illness such as flu. 

FACT #4: TOOTHBRUSHES ARE EXPOSED TO MANY OTHER EXTERNAL THREATS

Besides major toilet germs (E.Coli, streptococcus, S. aureus and more) and poop your toothbrush is exposed to many external threats. 

• Someone can accidentally touch your toothbrush bristles. 
• Any insects that carry bacteria, viruses and parasites may contact your toothbrush and leave behind many types of germs that can threaten your health. 
• Dirty holders and other toothbrushes are other major threats.

Brushield minimizes the risk of external threats reaching your toothbrush while lets your toothbrush dry out in order to inhibit the growth of germs.  

Major daily potential threats include your/someone else's poop after flushing the toilet, accidental touches by other people, other people's toothbrush bristles, bacterias, viruses, parasites, insects and any other possible external threats.

Brushield is: 

• The world's first real anti-microbial toothbrush case
• Made of aircraft grade aluminum
• Treated with anti-microbial layer
• A shield specially designed to protect your toothbrush from germs and other external threats wherever you keep it

• Brushield is treated with silver-ionic technology, which is known to inhibit the growth of microbes and has been proven by independent research to be 99% effective at killing germs and bacteria on the surface*
• The same material used in antimicrobial surgical and dental trays.

Silver is the active ingredient in Brushield's anti-microbial technology.

Silver has been used for many centuries to prevent cell division, damage microbials and prevent the growth of bacteria, fungus and mold. 

As American Dental Association indicates germs grow faster in moist and enclosed areas. Which means toothbrushes need to dry out after every use. 

That's why you should never put your toothbrushes into a completely closed cases or containers where growth of micro organisms are much faster due to limited amount of air flow.

Besides anti-microbial protection from germs and other external threats given above;

• Brushield allows your toothbrush to dry out by ventilation through its bilateral air flow channels to inhibit the growth of germs. 

According to the American Dental Association, you have to store your toothbrush in an upright position for a better dry out. 

• That's why we designed water evacuation holes at the bottom of our case, which prevents the moisture by quickly removing the water. 

Sharing a toothbrush holder could result in an exchange of body fluids and germs between the users of the toothbrushes, placing the individuals involved at an increased risk of infection. 

This practice could be a particular concern for persons with poor immune systems or existing infectious diseases. 

American Dental Association recommends that, "If more than one brush is stored in the same holder or area, keep the brushes separated to prevent cross-contamination." 

• However, it is not easy to keep toothbrushes completely separate from others in a real household. UNLESS YOU USE A BRUSHIELD!

Brushield is perfectly designed to keep you healthier while offering a fancy appearance. 

It makes any toothbrush look more beautiful than it is. 

The basic color of Brushield is Graphite Black - RAL9011. It is compatible with more than 95% of the toothbrushes in the market due to its unique design. 

Brushield has a magnetic locking system that keeps your toothbrush safe anytime, anywhere (travel bag, pocket, etc). 

• Brushield does not unlock unexpectedly unless you want to take your toothbrush out of the case. 

All materials and pieces of Brushield are selected to make the cleaning process easier and safe. 

In order to clean your Brushield we recommend washing your case with hot water first and then placing it in anti-bacterial mouthwash for at least 15 minutes. 

We have designed a beautiful product that everyone would love to use. 

A product that should be used by every individual who wants to protect their health.

However, we need your help to get this product manufactured. 

Your pledges will be used to supply materials and produce Brushield in the finest quality. 

* Anti-microbial protection does not protect against all disease-causing bacteria. Check ISO 22196/JISZ 2801:2000 test method for details. Anti-microbial protection has been tested against E. Coli and Staphylococcus aureus and the result was 99,99% neutralization of given bacteria. The method tests for both bacteriostatic (growth-inhibiting) and bactericidal (bacteria-killing) properties. The use of Brushield does not protect users against food-borne or disease-causing bacteria, viruses, germs or other disease-causing organisms. Brushield is the best existing precaution, not absolute protection.