Some people spend their entire lives brushing their teeth, but still suffer from oral diseases such as gingivitis, periodontitis, and dental caries.

Choosing the right toothbrush to use every day is important for making teeth healthier. Do you know what kind of toothbrush is the best?

Inappropriate toothbrushes not only fail to effectively clean teeth, but can also damage them. Let's take a look at how to scientifically choose a toothbrush that suits you and brush your teeth correctly.

Basic principles for choosing a toothbrush:

1. The brush head size is appropriate;

2. The bristle hardness is medium soft and moderately soft;

3. The brush handle is easy to grasp;

4. For children, toothbrushes should be selected for different stages of growth and development.

01 | Check the size of the brush head

Some people believe that the smaller the brush head of a toothbrush, the better, but this is actually a one-sided view. Indeed, the smaller the brush head of a toothbrush, the more flexible its use will be, but at the same time, it also loses the efficiency of brushing teeth, causing you to not effectively clean the entire dentition in the same brushing time. If the brush head is too large, it cannot rotate freely in the mouth and cannot completely clean the back teeth and some corners. The brush head is too small and the efficiency is too low. A brush head that is too small has fewer bristles, which can cause you to brush slower than others. What could have been solved in 2 minutes will take you 5 minutes. The selection of brush head should be based on individual teeth, and it is more appropriate to place the brush head horizontally to cover two teeth.

02 | Check the softness of the bristles

The softer the bristles of the toothbrush, the better?

wrong! Actually, if the bristles are too soft, it can easily lead to incomplete tooth cleaning.

What if you choose a hard bristled toothbrush?

Although the cleaning effect is better than soft hair, it causes greater wear and damage to teeth and gums.

So a toothbrush with moderate softness and hardness is the wisest choice.

03 | Brush head shape

There are various types of brush heads on the market, including pointed circular, small circular, elliptical, small rectangular, diamond shaped, etc. These brush heads are designed with the principle of being able to flexibly enter difficult to brush areas in the mouth. As long as you use them conveniently and can brush them in place, these toothbrushes are good choices.

04 | The bristles have been professionally treated

If the bristles are not smoothed after cutting, they are prone to injury due to being too sharp. A toothbrush with rounded bristles can prevent this type of injury and provide stronger gum protection.

05 | Brush handle

A well-designed curved brush handle is more suitable.

A good brush handle should conform to ergonomics, be easy to grip, and feel comfortable.

Firstly, it must have sufficient hardness and strength to withstand and not easily bend.

In the grip section, it is best to use soft rubber anti slip material to prevent the toothbrush from slipping off.

06 | Daily maintenance methods for toothbrushes

① Timely replacement: Whether it is a manual toothbrush or an electric toothbrush, it is necessary to replace the toothbrush/brush head every 2-3 months; When the bristles turn outward, fork, or curl, they need to be replaced in a timely manner.

② Proper placement: After brushing teeth, place the toothbrush head upwards;

③ Keep clean: Regularly clean the mouthwash cup, as water accumulation at the bottom of the cup may produce bacteria and contaminate the toothbrush.

07 | Selection of Electric Toothbrush

There are many different types of electric toothbrushes, and regardless of the type, as long as they can be used correctly, they can achieve good results. We can consider giving children the option to use it, which not only increases their interest in brushing their teeth, but also solves their problem of not brushing their teeth properly. However, children who are too young are not suitable for using electric toothbrushes. Because the frequency and intensity of electric toothbrushes are fixed, children are too young to master appropriate usage methods, which can easily damage their immature gums and teeth. Electric toothbrushes have their own advantages. Compared with traditional manual toothbrushes, they can remove dental plaque in a shorter time, reduce gingivitis, control tartar formation and pigment deposition, reduce gum recession and wear of dental tissues in the neck. Some electric toothbrushes also have a timed function that can effectively remind children of the time needed to brush their teeth, which is particularly helpful for children.

The main benefit of an electric toothbrush is a completely new brushing experience, which has both advantages and disadvantages. Don't worry about whether high-tech is better or traditional is more reliable. Because, whether it's a high-tech electric toothbrush or a traditional toothbrush, what we need most is that you have an attitude of valuing dental health and use the correct brushing methods.