How to choose an electric toothbrush?

The health and beauty of our teeth depends on regular oral hygiene. Timely visits to specialists, a very large selection of hygiene products is not all that needs to be paid attention. Most of us spend a lot of time and money on the choice of toothpaste, but at the same time, forget about the toothbrush, which plays a huge role in oral care.

Today you can meet a huge number of various toothbrushes, which differ in functionality and design. Electric models are very popular, however, it needs to be able to choose correctly. In this article we will talk about how to choose an electric toothbrush so that it suits you.

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Kinds of electric toothbrushes

Numerous studies show that people initially focus their attention on the smile of the interlocutor. A pledge of a beautiful and snow-white smile is healthy teeth. This is inseparably assisted by a properly selected toothbrush.

Important! It is believed that the very first instruments for cleaning teeth appeared around the middle of the 20th century. But these devices had small defects, because their bristles rotated only in one plane, because of which the tooth enamel was quickly erased, and the purity of the oral cavity was difficult to achieve with the help of them. Only after many years of electrical devices have been improved, and now it is very convenient and efficient devices.

Certainly, electric toothbrushes are an excellent device for caring for the oral cavity, but how to choose an electric toothbrush, not everyone knows. Before you buy this device, you need to understand their varieties. Today, there are several types of electric brushes on sale, which differ from each other in the principle of removing plaque on the teeth.

Mechanical toothbrush

This tool is equipped with a cleaning rotational head, located at the end of the brush. In turn, it performs reciprocating and pulsating movements.

These models work from the built-in engine, which is located in the handle. For its high-quality work, you can use both batteries and batteries, which can then be charged from the mains.

Important! Removal of stones and plaque from the tooth surface occurs by vibration, and the enamel is cleaned by reciprocating movements. The tongue and gum can be cleaned using special attachments, which are usually included in the kit.

Brush with sound waves

This technology allows you to get rid of stones, plaque with the help of sound vibrations. Such models appeared on the market relatively recently. The bristles on the tip of the device perform approximately 18,000 revolutions per second, which allows to effectively clean the oral cavity of food and plaque residues on the teeth.

Important! The principle of this model consists in the following: high amplitude and fast rotation frequency causes a dynamic flow of water, saliva and toothpaste, which penetrate well between the teeth, cleaning even the most inaccessible places.

By choosing an electric toothbrush of this model, you can use both batteries and finger batteries.

Ultrasonic brush

This device is equipped with a built-in generator of ultrasonic frequencies, with the help of which microbes and bacteria are destroyed in the oral cavity. The motor and the piezoceramic plate are inserted into the ultrasonic brush, which are located under the bristles. Due to them, emitted wave waves of 1.7 MHz occur.

Important! The bristles oscillate and can perform up to hundreds of millions of movements in just one minute. This frequency makes it possible to penetrate 4 mm deep, which ensures that the most hard-to-reach places in the mouth are cleared.

Ultrasound, in contrast to the conventional toothbrush, provides gentle removal of microbial and pigmented plaque from the teeth, without damaging the enamel. With large and hard formations, for example, stones, this device can not cope, so you need to seek help from a dentist.

Important! When using the ultrasonic model in the oral cavity there is a slight heating( not more than 1 degree), and a pleasant warmth is felt. And the release of calcium and fluoride ions, which are contained in the toothpaste, occurs much faster and more efficiently under the influence of heat.

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Advantages of using electric brushes

Indeed, in order to choose the right electric toothbrush, you need to understand that the electric models have a number of advantages over conventional brushes:

1. Reduces the time spent on cleaning the teeth. Thanks to the vibrating and rotational movements with which electric brushes are endowed, it is possible to clean the oral cavity in a short period of time, whereas the usual one should work for at least 2 minutes.
2. Today, there are such models on the market that fight against the formation of pigmentation and stones from cigarettes, coffee or wine.
3. Thanks to the massaging movements of the device, a gentle massage of the gums occurs.
4. Electric toothbrushes are very popular among children, which helps them to regularly brush their teeth much easier and easier.

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Who does not want to use such brushes?

Many experts recommend alternating a conventional brush with an electric brush. It can be used only with healthy gums and teeth:

• Models with ultrasonic waves can create oscillations of prostheses and seals, which leads to a shortening of the life of seals, crowns, prostheses and other orthopedic structures. Wave oscillations for healthy teeth are completely normal, whereas due to the difference in materials, there are conflict situations on the border of the filling and the tooth's body.
• Dentists categorically do not recommend using ultrasonic toothbrushes in the presence of any kind of tumors on the mucosa. In addition, during acute inflammatory processes in the oral cavity, because it contributes to the further spread of infections.
• Subject to the availability of pacemakers, it is advisable to use such instruments with extreme caution.
• Pregnant girls also do not want to use electric toothbrushes.

But in general, before buying such devices, it is better to consult with a dentist to prevent negative consequences for health.

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How to make the right choice?

Of course, in order to choose the best electric toothbrush, you should consult a dentist who will tell you which model is right for you.

Important! We remind you that it is undesirable to completely abandon the classic toothbrush.

Basic rules:

• As a general rule, dentists advise buying brushes with medium stiff bristles and a small head. Among the most famous models are such brushes as Oral-B, Braun, Philips, Sonic.
• The hygienic brush is suitable mainly for the care of healthy teeth. Prophylactic should be used in case of sick teeth, because exactly such a brush will be able to gently and carefully clean the tooth enamel.
• When choosing, it is also necessary to consider the ratio of quality and price. There are inexpensive models of electric brushes that are powered by conventional finger batteries. As a rule, they have a small power and only do circular motions, and only in one direction.
• More expensive options can work from batteries. Prices for such brushes are very different, because they depend on the number of auxiliary attachments, built-in functions and additional accessories, for example, a travel case for a brush.

Important! Low cost per device does not always indicate a poor quality of the device. For example, electric toothbrushes from Oral-B can have a relatively low price, with its very good quality.

Cleaning nozzles

The best electric toothbrush is one whose head is capable of covering the surface of two teeth. If you buy a model that is equipped with a large head, it can not be effectively cleaned in hard-to-reach places. Conversely, getting brushes with a too small head to brush your teeth will take considerably longer.

Important! It is believed that the most suitable size of the cleaning head is 15 mm in diameter. However, this is an option for an adult, and for children, you should choose a brush individually, contacting a dentist for advice.

Handle

Such oral care devices in the handle can have a built-in timer that turns the cleaning head on every 30 seconds. This will give the user to understand that it is necessary to go to the next section.

On the timer, you can also set 120 seconds, which experts recommend us to pay for cleaning your teeth.

Important! Still on the handle are the indicator of ultrasound and charge, the sensor and the speed regulator of the bristles.

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Electric brush brushes

There are many manufacturers who offer us such devices for cleaning teeth. But we would like to introduce to you the most popular ones.

Philips

Thanks to the super-powerful jet of liquid and the introduced technology of cleaning by sound waves, the devices of this manufacturer successfully showed themselves in the cleaning of the interdental spaces. If to speak about unexpected discharge, then these models are equipped with a sound signal, which warns you in advance about the low level of charge. A fashionable design will make the hygienic procedure even more pleasant.

Panasonik

These models are known for continuous battery operation for a long time, so for travelers they are considered the best electric toothbrushes. In addition, they are equipped with a waterproof casing.

Important! The frequency of the rotations of the bristles can reach 30 thousand vibrations in 60 seconds, which shows a good result.

Oral-B

These oral care devices combine beautiful appearance, the latest technology and usability:

• On the liquid crystal display you can see the battery level, cleaning time and even the replacement time of the cleaning head.
• These toothbrushes can massage the gums, polish the surface of the teeth.

Important! Studies show that this manufacturer's models eliminate up to 98% of dental plaque and traces of cigarettes and coffee.

Here we have considered the question of how to choose an electric toothbrush. However, I would like to remind you once again that it is best to seek help from a dentist - he will help you choose the right oral care device that is right for you.