1. Electric toothbrushes apply much more pressure and vibration than manual toothbrushes; however, when brushing, we should use much less force than we normally would with a manual toothbrush to avoid damaging our gums by applying too much pressure.
Children's Oral-Care Needs
2. When purchasing electric toothbrushes for children and the elderly, try to choose models with an integrated brush head and handle to prevent accidental swallowing of the brush head.
3. Smaller electric toothbrush heads provide a more thorough clean and reach deep into the crevices of your teeth.
Design and Safety Features
4. Electric toothbrush heads vibrate at a very high frequency, moving several thousand to tens of thousands of times per minute, and their cleaning effectiveness is clearly superior to that of manual toothbrushes. Although electric toothbrushes do not damage the gums, we still need to pay attention to our brushing technique.
Choosing a Suitable Toothbrush
5. Brush your teeth for at least 2 minutes, and replace the brush head every 3 months, because over time the bristles can splay and become rough, which is bad for your gums.
