Today, everybody understands the importance of brushing your teeth daily.
By brushing teeth we remove food debris, dental plaque, and bacterial film. If we do not brush our teeth well, plaque and tartar will start forming. Dental stone is a perfect niche for bacteria, your teeth become harder to clean, gums start bleeding and swelling. These are the first signs of gingivitis (gum inflammation) . Untreated gingivitis progresses to periodontitis (inflammation of the tissues surrounding the teeth) and eventually tooth loss.
It is impossible to overestimate the significance of proper oral care. During the past decades, clinical research shows that gum disease is a major risk factor for health problems such as heart disease and diabetes. From an early age we are taught that the best way to healthy teeth and gums is brushing your teeth twice a day. But do you know how to choose the best toothbrush?
Size. Most adults use approximately 1.3 cm wide and 2.5 cm long tooth brush head. The longer the brush head, the more difficult to reach molars or lingual surfaces. Brush stalk should be of sufficient length to easily reach molars and so that it would be comfortable to hold it in your hand.
Softness of bristles. Both conventional and electric sockets brush bristles are soft, medium and hard. The most commonly recommended are soft or medium brush bristles. Depending on the dental treatment duration, intensity and use of toothpaste abrasive (Peeling agent), harder bristle brushes can hurt your gums. Teeth and gums can be also be injured because of improper brushing movements.
Electric or a regular toothbrush? The electric toothbrush was invented and patented in Switzerland in 1954. It was originally designed for people who wear braces and those who did not have enough time to clean teeth with a simple brush. If you clean your teeth qualitatively, it does not matter what toothbrush you use. When choosing between these types consider the brush cleaning efficiency, cost, and just the fact that which brush is right for you.
What is the best toothbrush? The best toothbrush does not exist. The best will be the one that you like and use properly. Although the toothbrush and is a key part of the individual oral care, remember that the health of the teeth and gums also depends on other oral care products – toothpastes, mouthwashes, and floss.