Until now, your toothbrush purchase was based on the choice of its bristles - soft, medium or hard. Today, the market offers a wide range of options, from a regular brush to expensive electric brushes. But do you really want to spend money on such a power brush? According to Kimberly Harms, a spokesperson for the American Dental Association, if you can use a regular brush correctly, it is enough to maintain oral health. Brushing should be done with the right technique and for at least 2 minutes, twice a day. Usually, people do not follow the advice given and in such people, the use of an electric brush can be considered beneficial.
Since an electric toothbrush can cover more area in less time, you can clean all surfaces of your teeth more often in the same amount of time. When you brush by hand, you make about 300 strokes per minute. In comparison, an electric toothbrush can clean with thousands, and in some cases, tens to twenty thousand strokes per minute. In this way, a power toothbrush can be considered better at cleaning your teeth than a manual one. A recent study showed that people who use it daily had lower levels of tartar and gum disease.
Apart from this, it is the best tool for maintaining oral hygiene for the physically disabled, the elderly, diabetic and stroke patients and mentally weak children. For some lazy children, cleaning their teeth with such a brush becomes a matter of joy and encouragement. If your dentist finds a flaw in your cleaning, he may also advise you to use an electronic brush. Sometimes you are also advised to use an electric brush as part of implant and gum surgery or braces treatment. The original purpose of an electric brush is to provide you with oral health by maintaining proper cleaning.
There are many types of power brushes available in the market. Some brushes are battery-operated, while others have to be charged. Some clean the teeth by rotating in a motor-driven circular motion, while others use sonic or ultrasonic vibrations. Nowadays, some brushes also come that can be operated from our mobile via Bluetooth. Usually, the price of such a power brush can range from 600 to 20,000 rupees. Just like when buying a car, the more features you add, the more money you spend on a power brush.
Generally, a power brush that can serve the purpose of good oral hygiene can be found within Rs. 1500/- to 2000/-. Be sure to consult your dentist about which brush is best for you. Just like a normal toothbrush needs to be replaced every 2-3 months, the heads of such power brushes also need to be replaced, which can be done at a nominal cost of Rs. 150-200. Initially, such brushes may seem a bit expensive, but this is a one-time expense and in the end, it will save you a little money spent on your treatment and will be a double benefit.
Remember that buying a power brush alone does not improve oral health. Those who can use a regular brush well do not need one, and do not be fooled into thinking that a more expensive brush will clean their teeth properly. Our goal is to promote oral hygiene and promote proper brushing. At the end of the day, how you use it is more important than what toothbrush you use. Make sure you are brushing twice a day, using fluoride toothpaste, and using a soft-bristled brush.
