Daily care
Choosing a toothbrush: soft, electric or manual?
Bristle softness, head size and technique matter more than price. A quick guide from our hygiene room.
Written by
Aiko Tanabe
Clarent dental team
The best toothbrush is the one you use well, twice a day, for two minutes. Beyond that, a few details make a real difference.
- Choose soft bristles. Hard bristles can wear enamel and irritate gums.
- A small head reaches the back teeth more easily.
- Electric brushes help many people, especially with a two-minute timer.
- Replace the brush or head every three months, or sooner if the bristles splay.
This article is general information and does not replace advice from your own dentist or hygienist.
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