Most of us will use approximately 300 toothbrushes in our lifetime. Kids can make the switch away from plastic early with these perfectly sized and colorful toothbrushes! The smooth bamboo finish and soft bristles feel nice in your hand and on your gums. Bamboo is one of the most robust and rapid growing plants on earth, and is inherently antibacterial (bonus: the antibacterial properties of bamboo aren’t destroyed during the manufacturing process). (End of Life) Use pliers to pull the plastic bristles out and toss them in the trash bin. The bamboo is biodegradable but not compostable in Toronto's green bins. We're searching for a third party solution, stay tuned.