Grill brushes may cause ER visits due to embedded metal wires injuring mouth, throat, and tooth.

Wire grill brushes may lead to ER visits, warns physician, as metal wires from brushes can become embedded in food on the cooktop and cause tooth, mouth and throat injuries or even bristles stuck in the throat. Health experts urge people to enjoy cookouts and bonfires responsibly, taking extra care when buying and using a grill brush. Older metal bristle brushes pose a higher risk.