Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Different Toothbrush Types: The Dental Connection!

Everybody is jumping on the electric toothbrush bandwagon in recent years, with many experts in the dental field claiming that electric toothbrushes provide superior dental care.  It's true, electric toothbrushes do provide superior dental care.  It's also true that electric toothbrushes are recommended for those who cannot do a good job brushing manually or who have arthritis or other conditions that limit their manual dexterity.  But manual toothbrushes do have some advantages, according to an article the we recently found including:

  • Cost.  While electric toothbrushes may be expensive for many people, manual toothbrushes are both inexpensive and accessible.
  • Less pressure on your teeth & gums.  While we can feel the amount of pressure we're using as we grasp a manual toothbrush, many people can't feel the pressure nearly as well with an electric toothbrush.  Placing too much pressure on our teeth can wear away at the tooth enamel, which causes pain, sensitivity, as well as an increased risk of tooth decay.
  • Simple to pack.  Manual toothbrushes are easy to carry around for those business or family trips.  People are less likely to let their dental care habits lapse on vacation with a toothbrush that they can easily bring along!
  • Better for kids.  Learning at a young age how to properly use a manual toothbrush helps children get a feel for how to properly take care of their oral hygiene.

Electric toothbrushes, on the other hand, are more effective in removing plaque and are considered a better alternative to maintaining gum health.  Remember, whether you choose a manual or electric toothbrush. Our entire team encourage you to choose one with soft bristles and be sure to change the bristles when they become worn down.  We also encourage you to replace your toothbrush every three months, when the bristles are no longer straight and firm or after you recover from a cold.

If you have any questions about which toothbrush may the right one for you, please give us a call at 918-455-0123 or ask us on Facebook!

God Bless,

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