Brushing teeth is a daily habit, which can prevent gingivitis, periodontitis, and dental caries. The purpose of brushing teeth is to remove the dental plaque and soft deposits on the surface of the teeth in a timely manner, so as to prevent the dental plaque and soft deposits from causing adverse stimulation to the gums and long-term calcification, leading to the formation of tartar. With the development of technology, electric toothbrushes that use high-frequency vibrations have appeared on the market in recent years. It is said that compared with regular toothbrushes, electric toothbrushes are more effective in eliminating dental plaque and reducing the risk of gingivitis and gum bleeding. Are electric toothbrushes really better than regular toothbrushes? Are electric toothbrushes good or bad?
Are electric toothbrushes good or bad?
Electric toothbrushes are good for brushing teeth because regular toothbrushes are difficult to completely remove dental plaque. In addition, improper brushing techniques in daily life result in the cleaning effect of brushing teeth not being fully exerted. Electric toothbrushes can remove 38% more dental plaque than regular toothbrushes, and they can thoroughly clean teeth, reduce gingivitis, gum bleeding, etc.
Electric toothbrushes can reduce tooth damage
When using a regular toothbrush, the brushing force is controlled by the user. Excessive force or frequently using a sawing motion while brushing teeth can make the surface of the teeth uneven, causing damage to the teeth. Electric toothbrushes can control the brushing force appropriately and the brush head rotates automatically, avoiding the sawing motion while brushing teeth, thus protecting the gums.
Electric toothbrushes can provide deep cleaning
Electric toothbrushes can generate high-frequency vibrations through their rapid rotation, which can cause the toothpaste on the brush head to be instantly decomposed into fine bubbles, thus deeply cleaning the teeth. The bristles of electric toothbrushes can promote blood circulation in the oral cavity and produce a massaging effect on the gums.
Children should use electric toothbrushes less
During childhood, teeth are in a critical period of eruption and replacement. The teeth and periodontal tissues are relatively tender. Children cannot properly handle the use of electric toothbrushes and may easily leave the electric toothbrush on the surface of a tooth for a long time, causing damage to the periodontal tissues and enamel wear.
Electric toothbrushes should not be used for too long
Electric toothbrushes generate high-frequency vibrations through rapid rotation, so they can remove 49% more dental plaque and reduce gingivitis and gum bleeding compared to regular toothbrushes. However, the duration of use should be shorter than that of regular toothbrushes because prolonged use of electric toothbrushes can cause damage to the gum tissues. Therefore, the use of electric toothbrushes should not exceed 2 minutes.
