How to select the right toothbrush??

By Delight | Jul 28, 2022 | dental Care

Today variety of toothbrushes with different brands are available in the market.Each of them differs in head size, shape of the handle,bristle firmness,design of bristles and grip etc.So, to clear out the confusion here are the certain tips while selecting the right toothbrush for yourself

SMALL HEAD VS LARGE HEAD

Small headed toothbrushes are easy to access those areas of the mouth which are otherwise difficult to reach e.g. back teeth-molars of both the upper and lower arches.Hence, small head toothbrush is preferred.
DESIGN OF BRISTLES
Multiangular bristles are better as all the surfaces of teeth and gaps in Multiangular bristles are better as all the surfaces of teeth and gaps in between the teeth can be accessed properly while brushing the teeth
BRISTLE FIRMNESS
Soft bristled tooth brush are preferred as they are very gentle on teeth and gums
GRIP
Large handles are comfortable to hold
ELECTRIC V/S MANUAL
Manual toothbrushes are reasonable and equally effective provided proper technique is followed.Electric toothbrushes are mandatory for patients with physical disability.