{"id":156,"date":"2019-11-18T17:41:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-18T17:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/?p=156"},"modified":"2019-12-18T17:42:17","modified_gmt":"2019-12-18T17:42:17","slug":"not-all-toothbrushes-are-the-same-how-to-pick-the-perfect-toothbrush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/18\/not-all-toothbrushes-are-the-same-how-to-pick-the-perfect-toothbrush\/","title":{"rendered":"Not all Toothbrushes are the Same: How to Pick the Perfect Toothbrush"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Just like taking a shower and washing your hands, brushing your teeth regularly is a practical habit that nearly everyone has been doing since they were little. But when was the last time you actually looked at your toothbrush? Chances are it doesn’t look as good as it used to, and if that’s the case it’s certainly not working like it should either. Your toothbrush is your number one defense against cavities and gum disease, so you could be in serious trouble if it isn’t working properly. But with aisles full of toothbrushes of every size and color, how can you tell if one toothbrush is better than another? Below, you’ll find out the best tips your dentist in Melbourne wants you to know about choosing the perfect toothbrush.<\/p>

Get a Toothbrush That’s Your Size<\/h2>

Even though they all may line up neatly on a shelf in a\nstore, toothbrushes come in a variety of sizes, lengths, and shapes. The first\nthing you need to remember when picking out your perfect toothbrush is that it\nneeds to be able reach every tooth comfortably. For the average adult, a\ntoothbrush head that is about a half-inch wide by 1-inch tall and 7-inchs long\ncan manage that task.<\/p>

You might have either noticed in your day to day life or\nbeen told by your dentist that your mouth is smaller or bigger than average. If\nyour mouth is narrower than most, choose a smaller toothbrush with a thinner\nhandle. Likewise, a larger toothbrush with a longer handle would be better for\na wider mouth. Choosing an angled or non-angled head depends on personal\npreference: both will work well if they’re used properly and consistently. <\/p>

Choose the Best Bristles <\/h2>

At first glance all toothbrush bristles probably look the\nsame too, but there are three main categories: soft, medium, and hard bristles.\nThe safest and most comfortable choice for nearly everyone is soft bristles. If\nyou brush your teeth too hard with medium or hard bristles, you could end up\ndamaging your gums and enamel. Soft bristles are sturdy enough to remove plaque\nwithout hurting you. <\/p>

Ask Your Dentist<\/h2>

For the most personalized recommendation, ask someone who\nreally knows your teeth: your dentist! At your regular checkup, your dentist\nwill be able to tell you which areas you’re having trouble brushing and if your\nbristles are hurting your teeth or gums. They can also recommend a toothbrush\nthat has passed extensive quality control tests and has the American Dental Association\nSeal of Approval.<\/p>

If your toothbrush is more than three months old or isn’t brushing\nyour teeth like it should, it’s time for a new one. Make sure you’re protecting\nyour teeth the best you can by choosing the uniquely perfect toothbrush for\nyou!<\/p>

About the Author<\/h2>

Dr. Beverly Rose has been providing general, cosmetic,\nand neuromuscular dentistry to the Melbourne area since 1996. She is a graduate\nof the University of Florida College of Dentistry and regularly attends\nclinical seminars through the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics,\nthe American Dental Association, and the American Academy of Cosmetic\nDentistry. If you need help choosing the toothbrush that’s right for you, she\ncan be contacted through her <\/em>website<\/em><\/a> or\nat (321) 259-4666.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Just like taking a shower and washing your hands, brushing your teeth regularly is a practical habit that nearly everyone has been doing since they were little. But when was the last time you actually looked at your toothbrush? Chances are it doesn\u2019t look as good as it used to, and if that\u2019s the case it\u2019s certainly not working like it should either. Your toothbrush is your number one defense against cavities and gum disease, so you could be in serious trouble if it isn\u2019t working properly. But with aisles full of toothbrushes of every size and color, how can you tell if one toothbrush is better than another? Below, you\u2019ll find out the best […] (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-156","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=156"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":158,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/156\/revisions\/158"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=156"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=156"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=156"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}