Which Type of Toothbrush Is Right For You?

07 Nov Which Type of Toothbrush Is Right For You?

It’s hard to believe that there’s only two types of tooth brushes: manual and powered. It’s hard to believe, because when we go into the store to buy one there are so many different choices in both the manual and the powered. Which one should you choose? The short answer is that if you have any question as to which toothbrush would work the best for you, you should visit your dentist for a consultation. Your dentist, knowing you and the history of your mouth, can recommend something effective. If you are in a pinch, or just wondering, here is a mini-comprehensive guide as to the type of toothbrush you might find in the aisle at the store.

First, one major difference in all toothbrushes is the stiffness of the bristles. Medium bristled toothbrushes are usually recommended for most mouths, because it’s just stiff enough to scrub clean the surfaces of the teeth of plaque, but it’s also not so-stiff to harm the gums. Stiff bristled toothbrushes may be overly hard on the gum line, while soft bristled are effective and comfortable for someone with sensitive gums. Make sure, regardless of which type of toothbrush you choose, that it’s something that appears to have quality bristles and that appears to hold up to abuse. Also, if possible, the brush should have the ADA seal of approval, because the seal from the ADA (the American Dental Association) means that the brush has been tested by the ADA for effectiveness and quality.

Powered toothbrushes have advantages over non-, for people who may have trouble working a toothbrush over the surfaces of their teeth. Also, powered toothbrushes can be an effective way to get children excited about oral care, because a child may view a powered toothbrush as something of a novelty, and they may want to use it twice daily just because it’s fun.