From the time we're young, we are taught that using a toothbrush regularly is one of the best ways to keep our teeth and gums healthy.
So which toothbrush is the best???
According to the Academy of General Dentistry, the best toothbrush is the one that you will actually use. It is really that simple!!
So here is a list of some pros and cons for each type of toothbrush:
Manual-Pros
It is inexpensive
Easy to travel with
Manual-Cons
No built in timer to let you know when your 2 minutes are up
Electric-Pros
Built in timer to tell you when your 2 minutes are up
Great for patients with orthodontics
massages gums
Electric-Cons
Can be expensive
Requires charging
The hygienists at Dr. Smyths office prefer an electric toothbrush, most specifically , a sonicare toothbrush. They believe a sonicare toothbrush can help patients achieve optimum oral health.
Sources:Dentistry.about.com
