Proper oral hygiene is an essential part of the daily healthcare routine. A twice daily clean with an annual check-up is essential to avoid most problems associated with human teeth. A low standard of oral hygiene can result in loss of enamel, cavities, tartar, plaque, and gum disease. Replacing the toothbrush at regular interval is also required. An electric toothbrush can offer a variety of benefits over using a regular one. Here are six benefits of using the electric toothbrush:
Deep Cleaning
The shape and bristles on the electric toothbrushes are designed to make it easier to clean deep and get at the most difficult-to-reach areas in the mouth. The crevices between teeth and areas along the gum line are often difficult to effectively clean and these areas are first to attract and build-up bacteria. The fast action of the bristles means they are great at extracting harmful bacteria and food particles from the crevices, curves, or cracks in the teeth. By applying the right power and pressure, the brush quickly scrubs away the fine layers of plaque on the teeth.
Easy brushing
The electric toothbrush requires much less effort to clean the teeth. An electric brush only needs light pressure to effectively clean all surfaces of the teeth, including the flat surfaces of molars and the front and the back of the teeth. The ease in brushing makes electric brushes perfect for those with wrist or hand problems, such as those related to arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or paralyzed or missing fingers.
Faster brushing
An electric toothbrush can operate at a faster speed to help clean the teeth more efficiently. The bristles on an electric brush are highly effective at rapidly swirling across the teeth to help sweep away food particles and plaque. These brushes are also more effective at reaching all surface areas efficiently.
Fresher Breath
Halitosis (also known as bad breath) is quite common and occurs when unpleasant odors start to come from the mouth. The food eaten can have an impact on the freshness of the breath. Food like fish, garlic, dairy products, and onions can make the condition worse. Smoking, alcohol and coffee are also common causes for the foul odors in the mouth. Poor oral hygiene can leave plaque and bacteria which will emit unpleasant smell overtime. The electric brush makes it easier to clean the hard-to-reach areas, such as the areas around the back molars, under the tongue, and top of the tongue.
Painless Cleaning
For healthy teeth and gums, an electric toothbrush can give a fast and deep clean that causes no discomfort or pain. But, if the proper oral hygiene routine hasn’t been followed in the past, the inflamed gums will be sensitive to any brushing from a manual or electric brush. A high-quality electric brush comes with stiff bristles which are certain to help clean the teeth, but still soft enough to prevent damage to the gums.
Stain Removal
Anyone that often consumes a lot of tea and coffee can start to notice a certain degree of staining and discoloration to the teeth. The extra power and scouring performance of the electric brush makes it more efficient at removing the stains from and teeth to maintain the white smile.
Similar to any type of toothbrush, the electric brushes still need to be used on a dedicated basis with a twice daily brushing to get the most positive results from cleaning the teeth. However, the electric toothbrushes are reported to give the more desirable results. A consistent brushing routine using these brushes can result in the 6% reduction in gum disease and 11% reduction in plaque buildup.
Source by Leo Eigenberg