Is tap water in Hurghada safe for brushing teeth, or should travelers use bottled water?
Based on 2 discussions with 3 participants · Last activity: 11 days ago
TL;DR
Many travelers in Hurghada prefer using bottled water to brush their teeth, especially if they have a sensitive stomach. Some people are fine with tap water, but visitors still mention a risk of stomach upset.
What the community said
A practical option for visitors is to use bottled water for brushing teeth. Travelers say this helps reduce the chance of stomach problems, even if the tap water looks normal.
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Some travelers use tap water without any issues. However, tolerance varies a lot from person to person, so it is not considered universally safe.
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If you have a sensitive stomach, it is safer to brush with bottled water and bring probiotics with you. Travelers note that stomach issues can still happen even when being careful.
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Some travelers believe stomach upset in Hurghada can start even from using tap water while brushing teeth. That is why many visitors use bottled water not only for drinking, but also for oral hygiene.
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