There are plenty of ways to keep your teeth clean, from that free toothbrush you receive after every dentist visit to fancy water jets and floss of every flavor. Early American settlers and many indigenous peoples around the world chewed the twigs of certain trees, such as sweetgum in the Appalachian highlands, as a form of primitive but effective oral hygiene. For the ultimate in modern dental care, it’s hard to beat the convenience and effectiveness of an electric toothbrush. They can be expensive, so here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping around.
Not everyone brushes with the same technique, nor should they. Everyone has different levels of sensitivity and hygiene needs, such as plaque removal or gum stimulation. An electric toothbrush with multiple settings lets you fine tune your brushing for the ultimate in routine dental health.
Different electric toothbrush heads are more effective at certain tasks than others, or they are more appropriate for a given individual’s tooth shape and size. A device with interchangeable heads ensures you always have the right brush applying the correct amount of pressure and scrubbing action.
Originally, electric toothbrushes only vibrated up and down. But modern appliances with rapidly oscillating heads are proven to be more effective at cleaning your teeth and removing plaque.
