One of the most important steps you can take is to brush your teeth at least twice a day when it comes to oral hygiene. However, it is vital to choose the right type of toothbrush.
For information about the types of toothbrushes available, contact Lovett Dental Webster today at 832-932-5584. Our general dentists will help you find the best toothbrush for your dental needs.
Browsing Through the Different Types of Toothbrushes
We’ve come a long way from the 1930s when nylon bristles on toothbrushes were a new invention. Now, there are so many different types of toothbrushes that it can be challenging to choose the proper one to fit your needs.
These are three of the essential factors to check out when purchasing a toothbrush. You need to factor in the size of your mouth versus the size of the toothbrush. If you are not comfortable, it will not be a pleasant or thorough brushing session. Bristles come in three different textures: soft, medium, and hard. Be sure to factor in the sensitivity of your teeth and gums when choosing.
Lastly, look for the American Dental Association Seal of Approval (ADA). This seal verifies that experts tested the brush. When you go in for your six-month teeth cleaning, ask your dentist about toothbrushes they recommend.
Disposable Manual Toothbrushes
There are pros and cons to everything we buy. Toothbrushes do not last forever, but they get the job done when cleaning your teeth. Since these toothbrushes are manual, they are cheaper than the electric brushes. These toothbrushes may be straight or include curves or different types of bristles to clean hard-to-reach areas.
How well a manual toothbrush can do its job depends on the user. Can you reach all the areas you need to, and how much elbow grease can you put into those tight spots? Like everything manual, brushes rely on energy from your arms and hands. Some people don’t have a choice between electric or manual brushes. They have to use the manual type because they find the electric brushes’ vibration to be too vigorous for sensitive gums and teeth.
Electric Toothbrushes
Studies have shown that electric toothbrushes are no more effective than manual ones. Both brushes need replacements every couple of months. The electric toothbrushes only need new heads. Those who prefer electric toothbrushes find it easier and less strenuous to clean their teeth this way. If it works in their favor, they may find their dental bills cheaper without cavities. As far as which type of toothbrush is better, it depends on the individual.
The average brushing time is two minutes. One advantage of using an electric toothbrush is that it can move around a lot more than the hand can push the manual kind. Some of these brushes have fancier technology. They even have built-in timers to let you know when two minutes are up.
Kids favor today’s technology and find toothbrushes with their favorite characters to be most pleasing, regardless of electric or manual options. There are no settings on the electric toothbrushes, so smaller children may be afraid of them. It is always good to get the kids a manual toothbrush before switching to an electric one.
The Choice Is Yours
There are several brands of both electric and manual toothbrushes. Everyone can do their research and learn by trial and error, but no one can tell you which toothbrush is the best for you. It is something we have to decide, and the first choice should always be the most comfortable brush. If the toothbrush hurts or brings any discomfort, you’re less likely to want to brush effectively.
Maintain Your Oral Health
The proper time frame for checkups to make sure your teeth are clean and pearly white is every six months. If you brush correctly, there should be few problems.
Maintain your oral health with a range of services, including:
- Pediatric dentistry
- Teeth whitening services
- Dental veneers
- Fluoride treatments
- Teeth extractions
Please contact us at Lovett Dental Webster at 832-932-5584 to schedule a checkup, ask questions, or resolve any issues. We are all smiles here.