A toothbrush is a common hygiene item that every person’s morning begins with. Thanks to this uncomplicated accessory, as it is now customary to say, we can protect our teeth from many misfortunes and avoid early prosthetics. But provided that we choose, use and store the brush correctly.
Brush selection
The modern market offers an incredible amount of different types - from cheap to super expensive. The choice of a toothbrush depends on the age of the consumer, the diseases present in the oral cavity and personal preferences.
All of them are divided into soft, medium hard and hard. Most people use medium-hard brushes that do not hurt the gums and clean them efficiently. In case of periodontal disease and weak
tooth enamel , a softer brush should be chosen. A hard toothbrush is intended for those who have a tendency to quickly form
plaque and stone, but at the same time have strong enamel and a relatively good condition of the gums. Use it with caution so as not to injure soft tissues. Children need to buy brushes with soft bristles, and kids up to a year - foam.
The toothbrush should not have a very large head, otherwise it will be impossible to get to hard to reach places. It is best to purchase a hygiene product with a rounded head shape, which provides a more gentle and effective cleaning. It is good if the handle with the head has a flexible connection that allows you to control the pressure on the gums and teeth. It is important that the handle is comfortable to hold. It depends on the presence of silicone inserts that prevent the palm from sliding, as well as on the structure of the brush, so you need to choose a brush on your hand.
Not the last role in the choice is the price. Do not forget that too expensive brushes, for example, electric ones, are beneficial primarily to manufacturers, and a simple toothbrush is quite suitable for basic hygiene. Moreover, electrical analogues, in addition to positive qualities, have a number of contraindications and limitations, and also often lead to gum inflammation and rapid enamel erasure. In addition, nozzles for them, which are much more expensive than a conventional brush, must also be changed every two to three months.
Using
The main rule that you need to not only know, but also observe: ruthlessly throw away the brush after two months of operation. Remember that harmful microorganisms accumulate on the bristles.
Use the brush properly. This means that brushing your teeth is not a tradition or an established ritual, but an important hygienic procedure that is performed twice a day. Moreover, its duration should be sufficient - approximately 4 minutes.
It is necessary not only to brush in the mouth, but to consciously and purposefully try to clean the spaces between the teeth, chewing surface, gums and tongue, trying to get out the “eight” or, as the people say, “wisdom teeth”. You can familiarize yourself with the technique of
brushing your teeth at a dentist appointment, the existence of which needs to be remembered every six months. In addition, the doctor will give advice on which toothbrush is better and help you choose a paste.
Storage
After each use, the toothbrush is thoroughly washed with soap under the tap. It is clear that it is impossible to protect it from microorganisms that are in the air. Most experts believe that the brush should be stored with the bristle soaped up in an individual glass (this way it dries faster, which means it is less prone to invading microbes).