Choosing a Toothbrush and Toothpaste

If you’re hoping to achieve and maintain great teeth and overall oral health, the toothbrush and toothpaste you use will make a big difference. There are so many options to choose from and making sure you have a great toothbrush and that your’e using a good quality toothpaste is essential. With all the options, it might seem a little overwhelming so in this article we’re hoping to take away some of that stress and give you some good ideas for selecting a good toothbrush and a good toothpaste. When you’re looking for a good dentist in Spanish Fork, Utah you want to go to an office that helps you with every detail of your long-term oral health.

Let’s start with the toothbrush. It is the key to helping you remove the unwanted bits of food, bacteria as well as removing plaque which eats away at your enamel and causes cavities and tooth decay. When choosing your toothbrush you’ll want to choose one that has soft bristles. Soft bristles will get the job done when it comes to effectively cleaning your teeth while at the same time being soft enough not to cause any damage to your enamel or gums. One of the next most important things to consider is whether you go with a traditional, manual toothbrush or an electric toothbrush. Two of the best electric toothbrush brands to consider are Oral-B and Philips Sonicare. Electric toothbrushes give a more thorough and gentle cleaning as they are less abrasive and they do a better job of removing plaque. And if you struggle getting your kids to brush their teeth, an electric toothbrush can be more fun and can encourage your kids to brush regularly. The down side is they are more expensive and you have to replace the heads but they are worth it and as long as you take care of your electric toothbrush it should last for years and years. Whether you go with a traditional toothbrush or electric toothbrush, it is important to replace your head or traditional brush regularly, typically every 3-4 months.

Now that we covered your toothbrush, let’s shift gears to toothpaste. There are a variety of flavors and you also have the choice between gel or paste. As for flavor you will find minty and fruit as well as natural, herbal flavors. The key is to pick a flavor you enjoy and that doesn’t discourage you from brushing. As for paste vs gel the key is deciding which texture you prefer. Getting the right flavor and texture will go a long want toward making brushing your teeth more enjoyable. It is also good to look for a toothpaste that has the ADA seal. The ADA seal give you the assurance that the toothpaste has been tested and meets high standards of effectiveness and safety. Another thing to consider is being careful with certain ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate if you are sensitive to ingredients like that or if you get cold sores easily

In conclusion, we at Rogers Center for Dentistry encourage you to take the time to determine which toothbrush and toothpaste will be best for you for your long-term oral health. Making the an educated choice and a choice that you’ll be happy with will make taking care of your teeth and mouth easier and more enjoyable.