There are many different types of toothbrushes to choose from already. Now it seems every oral care company has to have an electric toothbrush just to compete. With so many products to choose from, it can be tough distinguishing their features. If this is your first time buying an electric toothbrush or you’re looking something to better fit your lifestyle, keep reading.
Your dentist has researched tons of electric toothbrushes and determined these are the factors you should consider the next time you start shopping for one. Your electric toothbrush should make cleaning your teeth easier and more effective, not unnecessarily cumbersome or uncomfortable.
After you finish your dental cleaning, you hear the same mantra every time. “Brush twice a day with fluoridated toothpaste, floss once a day, and come back for your second cleaning in 6 months.” At this point you’ve got that info nailed into your brain. However, did you ever consider there were additional ways you could reduce your chance of getting gum disease?