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Electric Toothbrushes
Some people brush very well with a regular toothbrush and simply do not need to use an electric toothbrush. Others who brush less well, those genetically predisposed to accumulating biofilm and those at high risk of tooth decay may well wish to consider using an electric toothbrush. Apart from the ”enhanced clean“ experienced by most users, electric toothbrushes ensure that you brush for the recommended amount of time (most have 2 minute timers) and thanks to the pressure sensor on most models they help to prevent damage to the gum due to over brushing.
As to the question of which make to opt for it there is no right answer. The market leaders are Oral-B and Philips. Oral-B brushes utilise an oscillating and pulsating round brush head to remove plaque and food debris from the tooth surface, gum margin and interdental areas. Philip’s Sonicare brushes use a brush head and motion more similar to conventional brushing, enhanced by sonic waves for improved plaque removal. Dentists tend to be split pretty much down the middle as to which is best and are usually just happy that their patients are using an electric toothbrush in the first place.
Our tip is to choose the most powerful brush that your budget will allow.
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