The main cause of plaque is the build-up of bacteria on our teeth. If not brushed away thoroughly on a daily basis it leads to damaging plaque which could lead to gingivitis and evolve into periodontitis. This is why it's important to choose the right toothbrush for your needs. Whether you choose a manual or electric toothbrush these are few features your toothbrush must have in order to be effective:
The difference between manual and electric brushes
Is the battery powered toothbrush more effective?
When power toothbrushes first entered the market there was no clinical proof that they are more effective at removing bacteria from teeth than manual toothbrushes. It became a question of preference rather than the effectiveness of the product. However today there are a few electric toothbrushes on the market that have actually been clinically proven to remove more bacteria from your teeth than manuals. In some instances electric toothbrushes with tiny heads are better suited to cleaning back teeth because of the rotating brush - ask your dentist about it. That said the average manual and electric toothbrushes have the same level of effectiveness when it comes to removing plaque. The method in which your brush your teeth actually plays a bigger role than the type of brush your use.
How to brush your teeth effectively:
With that in mind let's take a look at the two main differences between these two types of toothbrushes:
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