Choosing a toothbrush by Tony Forster

for?

Dentists generally recommend that teeth should be brushed for

between 3 and 4 minutes at least twice a day, that's in the morning and before

going to bed. You could use an egg timer to measure your brushing time or

perhaps you'd prefer to brush your teeth whilst listening to the radio as most

modern songs are about 3 minutes long.

Your

toothbrush...

Looking at the range of brushes on offer is it little

wonder that we are somewhat perplexed when making the right decision? All

brushes comprise the same components, an average brush has approximately 2,500

bristles grouped into tufts. The tufts are folded over a metal staple and

forced into pre cored holes in the head and fixed in place. The handle is

normally made of plastic and rubber for comfort and shaped to fit the hand at

the right angle and with comfort. That's the basics of your toothbrush so

here's what to look for...

The best bristles to consider are those with

rounded ends and of medium texture, the head of the brush should be small

enough to reach your back teeth easily, completely and in comfort. The handle

must be long enough to reach all areas of your mouth without difficulty and for

those who have difficulty holding small items there is now a range of wide or

thick handled brushes or electric toothbrushes to consider.

When to

replace your brush?

Dentists recommend that your toothbrushes should

be replaced in the following circumstances

• After every 3 months of use
• After a cold or illness
• When the bristles lose their shape

Electric toothbrushes

Once a

novelty item in the bathroom electric toothbrushes are becoming increasingly

popular, recent studies suggest there are some advantages for people in using

an electric toothbrush, these include improved cleaning, better removal of

staining and plaque and they are particularly good for people who have limited

manual dexterity.

Children often prefer an electric toothbrush due to

the smaller head making easier to reach all areas of the mouth, they also like

the novelty value of the buzzing and with manufacturers making electric

toothbrushes specifically designed for children it is likely that the next

generation will see an electric toothbrush as the norm.

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BIO:

Tony Forster has a keen interest in dental care and bad breath treatment and has
compiled many useful resources at
HREF="http://www.eliminate-bad-breath.info">www.eliminate-bad-breath.info

The
content of this article is for information purposes only, it is advisable to consult
your medical or dental practitioner before implementing any program or change to
your current regime.

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