Electric toothbrushes theoretically offer a better cleaning than manual ones. Many people report that they are fun to use and enjoy brushing their teeth. And this always leads to better results.
As with manual toothbrushes, there are many options to choose from – battery-powered, corded, rotating head, pulsating head, various combinations of the two. Your dentist will be the best guide to what you need.
Electric toothbrushes have been a part of everyday life for some people for years. They prefer them because they believe that the results are better – cleaner teeth and minimal plaque buildup. This, of course, means that we will visit our dentist less often, or at least limit our appointments to routine preventive examinations.
HOW DOES AN ELECTRIC TOOTHBRUSH WORK AND DOES IT GUARANTEE BETTER ORAL HYGIENE?
With 3,000 to 7,000 rotations per minute, an electric toothbrush replicates the motion that a hand typically makes. The bristles on these brushes either rotate or move back and forth to help remove plaque and limit gingivitis. To put that in perspective, when you brush your teeth the old-fashioned way with a regular toothbrush, you can achieve the equivalent of about 300 rotations per minute if you brush your teeth properly. This means that for the recommended two minutes of brushing, you're getting about 600 rotations, which is far less than you'll get from a high-tech toothbrush.
Studies have shown that electric toothbrushes remove plaque more effectively than manual brushing and are better at protecting us from gingivitis. These brushes are easier to use, especially for people with hand mobility problems (such as arthritis), because they require less effort to control and hold.
All household brushes are as hard as possible to facilitate scrubbing. The opposite rule applies to toothbrushes. Hard brushes are devastating to the gums. They act extremely roughly and always lead to gum recession, bleeding and inflammation. Gum recession, in turn, exposes the tooth root, which does not have enamel to protect it from cariogenic bacteria. A brush with a larger head does not always clean better. It is more difficult to maneuver in the oral cavity and often leaves places that it cannot reach. It is best to match the size of the head to your own mouth and choose a brush that matches it.
No matter what toothbrush you choose, good brushing technique is crucial for optimal results. We should brush our teeth at least twice a day, for about two minutes at least every morning and every night, to prevent food debris from lingering around our gums and teeth for a long time and starting the decay process.
Quality is just as important as quantity when it comes to brushing your teeth, so:
- it is good to place the toothbrush at about a 45-degree angle from the gum line and teeth;
- it is preferable to use a brush with soft bristles and brush our teeth with gentle movements;
- we must be careful not to rub too long or too hard;
- we need to make sure we have brushed every tooth and every gap.
A special section of electric toothbrushes are those that are designed specifically for children. The main features of a children's toothbrush are as follows:
- small head – tailored to the size of a child's mouth and teeth
- soft bristles – for gentle cleaning
- large rubberized handle – easier to use for clumsy children's hands
- fun and colorful design – of utmost importance for the child's motivation
The right brush can turn bad hygiene habits into good ones. Without daily cleaning, teeth and gums become extremely vulnerable to the appearance of plaque, the development of cavities, tartar, and hence bad breath, pulpitis, periodontitis. Don't let this happen. The more you like your toothbrush, the better your oral hygiene will be.
The brand of the toothbrush is of particular importance. Trust reputable manufacturers who have specialized in the given field. Such is the ORALB brand, from which the electric toothbrushes in our nomenclature are made. The items have various extras that are a guarantee of quality cleaning. All of them have the necessary softness of the brush to make the process as gentle as possible and effective. We have a model with a professional timer that detects two minutes of use. The function is very valuable, since the brush itself tells you when it is time to stop. You can view the other extras in the personal product descriptions.
In addition to electric toothbrushes, you can also find the corresponding attachments and consumables for them at affordable prices.
