Toothbrush is the most common tool to keep your teeth clean and mouth healthy. Most people just go to shopping malls or pharmacies, look at the fancy packing of toothbrushes and buy them without giving thought to how to choose proper toothbrushes or which toothbrush is best for them. Nowadays, as oral hygiene awareness is tremendously increasing, many people now seek tips from the dentist to buy the right toothbrush for their oral health needs.
When you are looking for the best toothbrush, there are a few key points that you should never miss to make sure that you purchase the right toothbrush. We have summarized the best available data, which will help you to choose the best toothbrush for you.
What are the Differences Between Toothbrushes?
There are a variety of toothbrushes available in the market, most of the people get confused by looking at the number of brands. So, we’re here to help you. There are many differences among toothbrushes, such as:
- Handle size: Short or Long
- Handle surface: Smooth or Rough
- Bristles: Extra Soft, Soft, Medium or Hard
- Quality: Cheap or High
- Packing: With or without protective cover
Few Tips:
- It should be easy to place in your mouth.
- Its handle should be long enough to properly fit in your hand.
- It easily reaches the back of your molars.
- It’s the American Dental Association (ADA) approved for effectiveness and safety.
What is the recommended hardness of toothbrush bristles?
Correct toothbrush bristles hardness selection is the most important factor while choosing the right toothbrush. Have you ever thought how hard the bristles should be? Many people select a toothbrush with hard bristles, just because it’s easier and quicker to remove the plaque and food debris from your teeth, but is it worth it?
The answer is “No”, because hard bristles may not only cause discomfort and pain but also damage your enamel and increase the risk of gum recession. At RoyalDentalCare.Pk, our expert Dentist Dr. Abbas Naseem recommends toothbrush with extra soft bristles.
You should also look for a toothbrush that has rounded ends on the bristles. Rounded ended bristles cleaning efficiency is far superior to others and will not damage your gums.
Tip: To avoid damage to your teeth and gums, always apply gentle pressure while cleaning your teeth using proper brushing techniques.
Which toothbrush is the best, Electric or Manual?
As far as your brushing technique is correct, you can get the same results with both toothbrushes. Both types are effective at removing plaque and preventing gum disease.
Are electric toothbrushes better than manual ones?
Electric toothbrushes claim to be more effective in reducing plaque and bacteria, but as mentioned earlier if you are using proper technique there is nothing much to worry about. It is a preference on which type of toothbrush to select depending upon your budget and other factors as discussed.
At RoyalDentalCare.Pk, our expert Dentist Dr. Abbas Naseem recommends using an electric toothbrush.
Which toothbrush is the best for the children?
There are a variety of fancy toothbrushes available for the kids. Parents should use the same guidelines as discussed in this blog when choosing a toothbrush for their children. Attention should be given in the selection of correct brush head size so that it’s comfortable to use and can reach every corner of your kid’s mouth.
How often should I change my toothbrush?
It is recommended that you change your toothbrush at least twice a year. With time depending upon the use of toothbrush its bristles get distorted and bacterial buildup occurs on the toothbrush, so at RoyalDentalCare.Pk, our expert Dentist Dr. Abbas Naseem recommends changing toothbrush once every three months.
How can I take care of my toothbrush?
Taking care of your Toothbrush is an extremely important task because if you leave especially toothbrush head part uncovered, bacteria can grow up and destroy your toothbrush bristles, effectiveness, and ultimately your oral health. It is a good habit to replace the cover immediately after brushing, and properly store your toothbrush in the brush box.
Though some toothbrushes come with headcover, but with most of the toothbrushes, headcovers are not available. So, we recommend you to buy online from Amazon.
What toothbrushes brands are available in Pakistan?
There are many world-class toothbrushes brands are available in Pakistan, such as:
- Oral-B
- Colgate
- Sensodyne
- Ezigrip
- Gorey
What is the cost of different toothbrushes brands in Pakistan?
The price varies among different brands, ranging between Rs. 100 to 650 for manual toothbrushes and Rs. 2500 to 8000 for electric toothbrushes.