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Maybe it's just my cheap, battery-operated choice, but the vibration is such that it's literally "teeth-rattling." I can honestly see fillings loosening and falling out. It's possible I'm pressing too hard (had that problem with the manual, too). Still, I'm not inclined to spend $100 on a toothbrush.
I started using a power brush about 5 years ago and love it (yep, the $100 one, but after reading about how long the battery packs and the electronics last without problems I chose it). The hygienist who suggested it warned me that at first the vibration would feel quite odd, gums might be sensitive or even ache slightly. You get used to it quickly. Its like a daily gum massage. As long as you are not crushing the brush onto your teeth its OK. Actually the ultrasonic vibration is part of why they clean so well without much force....it helps dislodge stuff under the rim of the gum where the actual bristle can't touch.
Geez, I sound like the silly ads...but I do like the thing.
I'm using a lighter touch, although I'm still not sure I'm using it correctly; I do move it around quite a bit just to ensure I'm hitting all the surfaces, nooks, and crannies. Definitely gets my teeth a lot cleaner than a manual brush; it's just like leaving the dentist's office after a professional cleaning every time. I'm generally anti-technology, but am sold on this "convenience"...
I've been thinking of getting a battery-powered toothbrush lately, the Oral-B. It seems that these days I just can't get the "in-between" parts of my teeth clean. I try to maneuver my brush every which way, and do the 45-degree angle AND the circular motion on all of them, but my hand just won't do some maneuvers (fibromyalgia) and I'm just not getting everything clean.
My hygienist said not to get the Oral-B, but they also sell those ultrasonic ones in the office, so I dunno.....
Otter, perhaps you should spend some time on Youtube watching videos about brushing teeth, still doesn't sound like you're really being as efficient/effective as you could be. It's one of those things where you're spending the effort already, so why not get the most bang for your buck by being as efficient as possible with some knowledge.
I've been thinking of getting a battery-powered toothbrush lately, the Oral-B. It seems that these days I just can't get the "in-between" parts of my teeth clean. I try to maneuver my brush every which way, and do the 45-degree angle AND the circular motion on all of them, but my hand just won't do some maneuvers (fibromyalgia) and I'm just not getting everything clean.
My hygienist said not to get the Oral-B, but they also sell those ultrasonic ones in the office, so I dunno.....
Mine is the Arm and Hammer Spinbrush, bought because it was the cheapest available, and I figured I wouldn't be out much if I didn't like/use it, but it gets good reviews, so... Replacement heads available.
Good idea to watch a YouTube on using a battery-operated toothbrush; who knew there were such things?
I used to use the Oral-B, which is a great brush, however I prefer manual toothbrushes - I use a combo of a soft natural bristle and a small "end tuft" brush. I don't see how the electric brushes would harm your teeth, but you could maybe injure your gums if you do it incorrectly.
I used to use the Oral-B, which is a great brush, however I prefer manual toothbrushes - I use a combo of a soft natural bristle and a small "end tuft" brush. I don't see how the electric brushes would harm your teeth, but you could maybe injure your gums if you do it incorrectly.
Some articles suggest that they wear away the enamel (prematurely), as well as result in receding gums.
I’ve used them but like the gentleness of a regular brush. Granted, you get used to the vibrating after a few weeks. I could see electric brushes perhaps wearing away the enamel more over the course of 20+ years. I also avoid whitening toothpastes which are usually somewhat abrasive.
I might alternate with a manual, although I tend to brush too hard with that and probably do as much harm as a power brush would. They say you really only have to remove the plaque once every 24 hours.
I used to have a Sonicare brush. If I used that thing too often, some of my teeth would hurt a lot and get very sensitive. Got rid of it and my teeth are fine.
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