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How to Find the Right Toothbrush
When you’re looking for the best way to keep your teeth clean and your oral health in peak condition, the most important tool you can have in your arsenal is a toothbrush. At BeaverBrooke Dental, our team is committed to helping our patients focus on oral health to improve their overall health, which is why we’ve created this guide on choosing the right toothbrush for your lifestyle. If you’ve ever been to the toothbrush section of a store, you know that there are many different toothbrushes to choose from, and as dental professionals, we can tell you that they’re not all made equally! Keep reading to learn more about the pros and cons of different styles and options for your toothbrushing needs.
Hard Toothbrushes
When you’re choosing a toothbrush, you have many options for your bristle texture, and hard toothbrushes are a commonly picked option. While hard bristles on a toothbrush can feel good on your gums or teeth and feel like they’re providing a better, deeper clean, they can damage the enamel on your teeth if you’re brushing too hard. If you choose to use hard bristles, be sure to use a light hand when you brush your teeth so that you’re not scratching the enamel and causing damage.
Soft Toothbrushes
Soft bristles, on the other hand, are most often recommended by dental professionals because they are less likely to cause scratching or damage to the enamel on your teeth. Soft bristles are available on all kinds of toothbrushes and from all kinds of brands, but they will not help with keeping the soft sections of your mouth (think tongue and cheeks) as clean as hard-bristled toothbrushes will.
Manual Toothbrushes
Another major decision to make when you’re choosing a toothbrush is whether you should use a manual toothbrush or an electric one. There are benefits to both, especially if you have sensitive gums or need a deeper cleaning. If you do have oral sensitivities, a manual toothbrush will likely be your better choice, especially since it will provide you more control over pressure, brush strokes, and more.
Electric Toothbrushes
Electric toothbrushes are a great choice if you’d like to make cleaning your teeth easier and quicker, but they can also be cost-prohibitive. If you’re willing to spend the money on an electric toothbrush, however, a benefit of using one of these is that you can get a deeper, more thorough clean without as much energy or effort, making electric toothbrushes popular for children, as well as those with limited physical ability.
Find a Deal or Invest in Top-of-the-Line?
One of the most common questions our team receives is what brand of toothbrush to buy and where to find it. While we always want to ensure that our patients find the toothbrushes that fit best in their budgets, we also want to acknowledge that there are fewer quality guidelines and controls in off-name brands and that a good toothbrush is a tool that will help to keep you healthier for longer. If possible, try to buy brand-name toothbrushes from reputable stores or manufacturers. A popular option for many people nowadays is subscription boxes from eco-friendly companies and small businesses. If you choose to purchase your toothbrush or toothbrush heads for an electric toothbrush from one of these smaller distributors, the BeaverBrooke Dental team encourages you to do your research first to ensure that you’re making a great investment! Check for reviews about the brushes and look into the details of the bristle hardness, the length of time you should be using the brush, and more.
It’s All in How You Use It
Of course, the most important aspect of choosing the right toothbrush is whether or not you’ll be motivated to use the brush regularly! At BeaverBrooke Dental, our team recommends brushing your teeth twice a day to ensure that your mouth is plaque-free, clean, and clear of any contaminants or staining compounds from your food or drink. When you’re shopping for the right toothbrush, keep in mind your unique oral care needs so you can easily accommodate them! If you’re a person that struggles to make time for brushing or you simply dislike brushing at all, you may benefit from finding a new type of toothbrush in a fun color or style to help make the experience more novel and more tolerable.
Learn more about oral health, the best options to make for your oral health needs, and how to care for your teeth and mouth from the BeaverBrooke Dental blog today! Scheduled an appointment with our team online.