Here are three things to look for when choosing a toothbrush: 1. Soft-bristles.Any toothbrush you choose should have soft bristles. Soft-bristled toothbrushes are more gentle on your teeth and gums, especially if you havesoft gumsorenamel erosion. Brushing with a hard-bristled brush can remove more plaque, but also wear away at your enamel if excessive force is applied. Hard-bristled toothbrushes can also cause your gums to recede, or pull back from your teeth. This can expose the tooth root and increase your sensitivity to cold, heat, and certain foods and drinks. 2. Small head.In regards to the shape of the head, there are conventionalor small head options available. Smaller-headed (like diamond-shaped) toothbrushes are recommended as they can get into the hard-to-reach places, like the back teeth. The shape of the head should feel comfortable in your mouth, which will help ensurethat it can reach theentire tooth service and make it more pleasant for you to brush your teeth. 3. Powered toothbrush. Although a manual toothbrush is fine, a powered toothbrush can do a better job removing plaque from your teeth. It can provide extra mobility in hard-to-reach places and make brushing easier. In addition, many powered toothbrushes have a set two-minute timer, which can motivate you to brush for the recommendedduration. When selecting other criteria like the bristle pattern and handle design, choose thetoothbrush based on your specific dental needs, and one that will be comfortable for you to grip andallow you to reachthe entire tooth surface. If you have any questions about choosing a toothbrush, give us a call at (925) 705-7093.
Brushing your teeth is an essential part of looking after your teeth and gums. With so many different toothbrush options available in the store, how do you choose theright one?Choosing a Toothbrush
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