With so many brands available in the market, choosing a new toothbrush can be an overwhelming task. There are also a myriad of distinguishing features in modern toothbrushes, including manual/electric brands and hard/soft bristles.

It is absolutely crucial that you get a toothbrush that allows you to effectively clean your teeth and gums so as to maintain good oral hygiene and keep periodontal diseases at bay. Read on for tips on picking your perfect toothbrush.

Go soft

The first thing to look at when choosing a new toothbrush is the texture of the bristles. Hard bristles can easily injure soft tissue or wear out your teeth, especially if you tend to brush a little too vigorously. Hard-bristled toothbrushes can also cause your gums to recede over time or aggravate bleeding/inflamed gums, so it is always safer to go for a toothbrush with soft bristles.

Soft-bristled toothbrushes are not only comfortable to use, but they are also flexible and can easily conform to the shape of your teeth so as to remove plaque in tight spaces. Typically, nylon-bristled toothbrushes are more sanitary and softer than natural fibers and could be great for your oral health. It would also be advisable to go for smoothened, end-rounded bristles that aren't likely to prick sensitive gum tissue.

Go electric

An electric toothbrush typically offers great features such as spinning heads and sonic cleaning that can boost your tooth-brushing and minimize the amount of effort you use during the process. These toothbrushes are often fitted with a timer, ensuring that you brush for long enough to ensure great oral hygiene. If you have limited motor skills or suffer from arthritis, an electric toothbrush can make cleaning your teeth easier and more comfortable.

Match the toothbrush to the mouth

An effective toothbrush should be sized to fit perfectly to your mouth. Check to see that the toothbrush comfortably fits, allowing you to clean all surfaces of your mouth without missing any areas.

A toothbrush that is too wide could make it difficult to reach your backmost molars, so always opt for a smaller toothbrush head. Small toothbrushes can be easily angled and manipulated to clean in-between teeth and reach even the furthest molar on each side. Finally, ensure that the toothbrush handle is long enough to allow you to easily reach far into the back of your mouth.

The tips above should help you understand what to look for in a perfect toothbrush and streamline the selection process.

For more tips, talk with a dentist, such as those at Smile Comfort Dental.

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