[header] How to clean toothbrushes [title] Rinse your toothbrush with tap water before and after brushing your teeth. [step] This will help get rid of any toothpaste residue and rinse out any bacteria. It's not necessary to use cleaner on your toothbrush each time you use it. 
Simply turn the tap water on and run your brush under the water for a few seconds. Make sure to get any old toothpaste residue out of your brush before brushing your teeth again.