Can type 1 herpes be spread through utensils?

Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), which causes oral herpes, is spread through direct contact with an infected person's saliva or through contact with surfaces or objects that have been contaminated with the virus. However, the risk of transmission through utensils is generally considered to be low, as the virus does not survive well on surfaces for long periods of time. To prevent the spread of HSV-1, it is important to avoid sharing personal items such as toothbrushes and eating utensils, and to practice good hygiene by washing your hands frequently and avoiding contact with the eyes, nose, and mouth.