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20Apr

Power Brushing

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What is Power Brushing?

Brushing your teeth with help of an electric toothbrush is termed as power brushing.The brush of an electric toothbrush has rotating tufts or a vibrating head which provides a lot of the action needed for thorough cleaning.

Do electric brushes clean better?

Tests and clinical trials have shown that certain electric toothbrushes are better than manual brushes at removing the primary cause of dental decay and gum disease, i.e. dental plaque. With very little movement from the user, there is a great deal of active cleaning movement of the bristles against the teeth.

They are particularly useful for people with limited movements, such as disabled or elderly people who often find that using a normal toothbrush does not allow them to clean thoroughly. There are different ways that the design of the toothbrush provides the necessary action to the bristles. One way is to make the individual tufts rotate, or arrange the tufts around a circular head which rotates or even makes the bristles vibrate.

Are electric toothbrushes suitable for children?

Electric toothbrushes can be better for children as they may be more inclined to brush regularly because of the novelty of using an electric toothbrush.

Discuss the idea with your dentist or hygienist to find out if your child would benefit from using an electric toothbrush.

How do I use the electric toothbrush?

Apply the toothpaste as described above. Insert the brush into your mouth before switching it on. Place the brush head with the bristles on the surface of the teeth and angled about 45° towards the gum margin. Move slowly from tooth to tooth, being sure to brush especially in between, until all surfaces of teeth have been covered.

Most recommendations say two minutes but thoroughness is more important than time. Units often have a built-in timer that switches off after two minutes. Always rinse the brush thoroughly after each use since toothpaste inside the mechanism may prevent the brush from working properly. Fifteen seconds under a running tap should be sufficient.

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