Germ Terminator Toothbrush Sanitizer

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Product Features

• All Natural - Uses only steam and dry heat to clean
• Easy - Takes only seconds to use after every brushing
• Compatible with electric and manual toothbrushes
• Modeled after the steam device used in dental offices to sterilize instruments. 3"L x 6"W x 11.5"H
• Kills greater than 99.9999% of toothbrush germs and keeps your toothbrush germ-free between brushings

Product Description

Product Description

Research shows that germs can remain and breed on wet toothbrushes after brushing, potentially prolonging infections such as gum disease or sore throats. And, because airborne bacteria can move from toothbrush to toothbrush (and from other sources in the bathroom), opportunistic infections, like periodontal disease and common colds/flu, can easily be passed from one person to another when unsanitized toothbrushes are stored together. The Germ Terminator Toothbrush Sanitizer provides a clean, healthy toothbrush every time you brush your teeth. The Germ Terminator is the only toothbrush sanitizer to use natural steam and dry heat to kill greater than 99.9999% of germs on your toothbrush and store it in a completely germ-free environment between brushings. The Germ Terminator works with electric and manual toothbrushes. The product is FDA-cleared (510k-clearance) and is modeled after the steam device in dental offices to sterilize instruments. It can be used worldwide with the proper plug adapter (100-240V). UL Listed, Worldwide Safety Certifications.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3 x 6 x 12 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00098198U
• UPC: 182020000014
• Item model number: GT100
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,430 in Health & Personal Care (See Bestsellers in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

35 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For clean toothbrushes and a healthier mouth..., May 17, 2007

By	Carol Mello "marzeedoats" (San Jose,CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This one really works. I used to get sore throats when using a non-sterilized toothbrush. Used to re-infect myself with colds and bacterial infections. For longest time, had multiple (20-30) toothbrushes and sterilized in top rack basket in dishwasher with water heater on high temp. That worked but time consuming.

Now use Germ Terminator -- just as effective but takes less time and less water and less energy. For best results, use distilled water, but you can use tap too. If you use tap regularly you will need to watch for calcium build up like in coffee maker and run vinegar through it to get rid of calcium build up. I am able to sterilize my Braun electric toothbrush heads (which cost $10 each!) in this unit too besides regular toothbrushes. They fit in the little baskets.

This unit is very light so it will be good for traveling even though footprint not as small as UV travel sanitizers.

I love my steam sterilizer. I am going to buy a second one for traveling.

Why should you buy this unit instead of UV light sterilizer/sanitizer?

Most toothbrush sterilizers are UV light based. I did research on steam versus UV sterilization:

UV light is non-ionizing radiation. Good for destroying airborne organisms and organisms on exposed surfaces that UV light makes contact with. UV light has low penetrating power. Dust, soil, anything that shields organism from UV light will protect micro organism from sterilization. Must keep UV light bulb very clean (dust/soil on UV light will reduce effectiveness). Must regularly test UV light because they lose power to sterilize over time. Sterilization percentage for UV light: 99.95%. Sterilization percentage for Germ Terminator (tested results): 99.999999%

UV light causes sunburns. Think about how a hat or shirt or glass window will protect you from sunburns. UV cannot penetrate these.

For medical/dental tools, doctors use autoclaves which are steam based.

Don't leave home without your Germ Terminator!

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Works great for about a year...not built to last., December 20, 2007

By	T. Collins "T. Collins" (Texas, United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I really like the premise behind these units, and I have already owned 4 of them. The problem is, though, they are not built to withstand the high heat generated. The plastic toothbrush holders will actually melt off and crack over time from the heat. The bottom of the unit will develop leaks. Also, regardless of how well you clean your toothbrush, there is still toothpaste residue on it, and this will cause a powdery build up in the unit that is difficult and time consuming to remove.
We use only distilled water in ours and clean regularly but still can't seem to get more than a year out of it. One lasted around eight months. The warranty is only 90 days, so it's essentially useless. We keep buying, though, because until its inevitable demise it does sterilize the brushes and keep them dry and covered, and there's nothing better out there. Consider the money spent on it an annual expense. The UV ones have their own issues, and the ozone generating ones are usually built cheaply as well.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love my Germ Terminator, July 16, 2006

By	M. K. Kindred (Utopia, Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have had my Germ Terminator for 2 years and I can't imagin life without it. I am in the health care field and know the importance of preventing microbial contamination whenever possible. Even though it is not considered portable, I travel a great deal and never leave home without it tucked away in my suitcase. It does require a small effort to clean, but small is the operative word. Anyone who cares about keeping themselves and their families healthy would do well to keep a Germ Terminator in every bathroom. Also, you can sterilize other items that will fit in the basket and are not harmed by steam. I routinely sterilize the end of my Water Pik and other assorted dental hygine items before each use. Also, pierced earring that are all metal. I find it indispensable.