An electric toothbrush or an ordinary toothbrush - which is better and why?

The habit of monitoring the oral cavity and brushing our teeth regularly, we have laid down since childhood

We begin and end our day with this straightforward procedure. Previously, everyone used ordinary brushes with natural bristles, later they were replaced by devices with synthetic bristles.

Thanks to progress, it is possible to better care for your teeth and oral cavity using electric toothbrushes.

Opinions were divided, including among experts: which toothbrush is better - electric or conventional, are there any advantages to one of these products. We will figure out which tool is better, talk about the advantages and disadvantages of both options, as well as in which cases it is not recommended to use an electric tool and at what age children can use a modern device.

Common product

Today, the tool of the mechanical principle of action is considered a budget option.

How movements are made with different cleaning techniques

His work is carried out by man manually. Using an individual tool, it takes a lot of time to tidy up the oral cavity, rid it of pathogenic flora and remove plaque from the teeth, thereby preventing carious formations.

When choosing a tool, special attention should be paid to:

1. The structure of the bristles.
2. The size of the working head.

Power tool

According to reviews of people using an electric toothbrush, we can conclude that they take less time to clean their teeth, remove plaque and food debris.

The cultivated areas are cleaned more thoroughly.

It is recognized that electrical models act as a preventive tool in the fight against tartar formation.

When choosing this type of tool, you should pay attention to:

1. On the bristles of the brush.
2. Head size.
3. Speed ​​mode.
4. The noise of the product.

We briefly review each of the above indicators and pay attention to the features.

• About stubble

Bristle is heterogeneous in structure. To choose its rigidity should be based on the condition of the teeth and gums. Soft design - for gentle operation, medium for effective cleaning.

• About the size of the working head

When choosing a head, be guided by the following principle: it should completely cover 2 teeth: it is 1.3-1.5 mm. Small head extends work. There is a difficulty in processing molars.

• About speed indicators

There are (or should be) speed modes in an electrical appliance. The more of them, the higher the cost of the model. Changing the operation of the modes makes it possible to qualitatively process the surface of the teeth without harming the gums.

About the noise during the operation of an individual instrument

This indicator must be paid attention to. The most silent are ultrasonic brushes.

On a note. It doesn't matter which electric model you buy. It is important that when treating the surface of the teeth and the oral cavity, do not harm the enamel and do not damage the soft tissues.

Toothbrush of electric action.

When working with an electric tool, a number of rules must be observed:

1. It makes no sense to press on the body of the product, applying great force, thereby provoking the appearance of enamel erosion. When buying a particular model, make sure there is a pressure sensor. This will help to adjust the force with which to press the brush.
2. Processing of the mucosa and gums should be performed with a special nozzle, which acts as a massage tool.
3. In inflammatory processes of the oral cavity, for a while, you should stop using the electric brush.

Advantages and disadvantages

Let's find out why an electric toothbrush is still better than a conventional design:

1. The quality of the cleaning of tooth enamel and the treatment of the oral cavity is increased several times.
2. Using an electric tool makes it possible to quickly remove pigmentation from coffee, tobacco and wine.
3. Dental deposits are removed: small stones.
4. Preventive actions, treatment of gums, gingivitis, reduction of the parietal pockets.
5. The versatility of the device is manifested in the thorough processing of the surface of the teeth, tongue and oral cavity as a whole.
6. Blood circulation improves, which helps strengthen the gums.
7. You can change the pressure on the tool and adjust it.
8. Use toothpaste with a lower coefficient of abrasion, thereby reducing the cost of its purchase.

Unfortunately, not everyone who wants to can use the electric version of the product.

According to the statement of practicing dentists and specialists, it is not recommended to use the appliance:

1. Dentists do not recommend using electric brushes during pregnancy.
2. Children under a certain age.
3. People who have a stroke or heart attack with a pacemaker.

What you should know when choosing a brush for a child

Children under 3 years old should not use the appliance. For teenagers, an individual tool with a rubberized handle is suitable. The bristles should be soft, up to 11 mm high, made of high quality synthetics. The best products for children are Oral-B brand products.

About cost

If we take the above brand as a basis, then prices fluctuate and amount to:

The leading player in the market is Oral-B.

1. A mechanical device costs from 100 rubles to one thousand.
2. Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean: 2500-3000 rubles.
3. Oral-B Professional Care 500: 700-1000 rubles.

For comparison: the Philips HX6711 / 02 model costs from 2500 to 3000 rubles.