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Elizabeth Graves, registered dental hygienist and founder of Take Home Smile, a dental health education company, also recommends everyone use a soft-bristled toothbrush when brushing. "Medium and hard bristles will wear away at the gum line and lead to recession and tooth sensitivity," explains Graves. Nimbus Regular Microfine Xtra Soft is so soft it feels like brushing with a cloud, making it ideal for cleaning sensitive gums and teeth.

Features: Gum Protection Technology, Position Detection, 360˚ SmartRing, 2 brushing modes, Bluetooth connectivity

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The ProtectiveClean 6100 toothbrush stands as a testament to Sonicare's excellence, surpassing even the fanciest of Sonicares with its multiple settings —clean, whiten, and gum—and three intensity levels, and superior performance. All of the electric toothbrushes on our list are rechargeable and come with charging cords. It's common for electric toothbrushes to last for two to three weeks on a single charge. Lifetime Costs

You should replace your toothbrush every three to four months, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This helps keep the brush bristles stiff and working to remove plaque effectively, and to prevent bacteria from growing on the brush. However, if the bristles are ultra soft like the Nimbus Regular Microfine Xtra Soft, they lose their structural integrity faster and need to be replaced every two months, Dr. Ritter told us during medical review. The Colgate 360 offers a more aggressive cleaning with varying bristles, a tongue scrubber, and grips on the handle so you can clean and polish every corner of your mouth. Joseph Field, DDS, a dentist in Los Altos, CA adds the Nimbus brush specifically is his top choice because of its "unique design that gets into the tooth crevices well." All electric toothbrushes are champions when it comes to breaking up plaque, destroying more of the gunky, disease-causing stuff than most manual toothbrushes. The Verywell Health team tested toothbrushes based on three main criteria: comfort, ease of use, and functionality. We ranked each toothbrush on a scale of 1 to 5, with five being the best. We also evaluated the toothbrushes for overall quality, including handle design, bristles, and added features.

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These types of brush heads are especially good for kids with braces, or adults with smaller mouths, said Achebe, noting that they will help you get a “more precise clean.” Design, Functionality, and Features: Through every brushing session, we're paying attention to how easy the brushes are to hold and maneuver around our mouths. We note the size of the brush heads and how well they fit and get into all the crevices of our teeth and gums and whether they're comfortable or too stiff and firm. We go through all the settings, evaluating how helpful they are and whether they add or distract from the brushing experience. We use the built-in timers, note battery life indicators, and assess the "extras" it comes with (such as additional brushheads, chargers, travel cases, stands, and more). If the toothbrush connects to an app, we logged in, used it, and judged how helpful and/or clunky it was to navigate. We also tested these toothbrushes but ultimately decided not to include them in our list above. They fell short in our test when it came to technology, features, and functionality: Oral-B toothbrushes have been modeled based on research into the five different ways that people hold their toothbrush while brushing.

Ease of Use: From the moment we open the box, we're noting how easy the toothbrushes are to set up and whether the settings are intuitive to use. Products with simpler assembly and out-of-the-box operation score higher than more complicated models. A manual toothbrush helps reduce plaque build-up and minimize the changes of future problems like cavities and gum disease. That's because the bristles are often long or of varying length so they can clean below your gum line, and the bristles are ideally soft enough to not cause gum recession.Our teeth felt wonderfully clean, making us convert to using electric toothbrushes. Despite the relatively high cost, considering its daily use and impact on dental health, the investment seemed worthwhile. This toothbrush is excellent for those who brush aggressively, offering useful alerts and callouts. Extra-soft Bristles: For a gentle yet effective clean, you may want to opt for a brush head with softer bristles like the Oral-B iO Gentle Care**. Its optimized bristle patterns adapt to the curves of your teeth and gums for maximum comfort.

To further accommodate sensitive mouths, you can also look for soft or gentle brush heads. Dr. Seibert also recommends using a toothpaste or fluoride or one that has been formulated for sensitive teeth. According to Dr. Schlenoff, if used properly, both manual and electric toothbrushes can be effective. He says it's really a matter of personal preference. While they can both do a good job cleaning your teeth, an electric toothbrush comes with smart technology like pressure sensors, facial recognition, and brushing timers. If those features are appealing to you, you may prefer an electric toothbrush. The absence of a battery life indicator or built-in sensor, make it challenging to monitor the remaining battery life. While accessories are not necessary, having them can save you money and improve your overall experience. For example, some electric toothbrushes come with a charging stand, which can give your toothbrush extra fuel to last several days and even weeks between charges. Others come with travel cases that allow you to take your toothbrush with you wherever you go. Some of the toothbrushes on our list have travel cases that can charge your toothbrush (and even your phone). Whether your toothbrush includes these accessories likely comes down to the brand and how much you're paying. Tom's of Maine toothbrush is simple, sleek, and has all the features dentists recommend with one particular stand-out attribute: a perfectly-curved handle that allows you to reach each tooth more easily.

Choosing the Right Toothbrush Head

Also, even though bamboo is naturally antimicrobial, it's important to let the toothbrush dry completely with proper airflow so it doesn't get moldy — so storage in a drawer isn't an option. It only took us a few moments to grasp how to operate the Oral-B Genius 9600 Electric Toothbrush. While a bit heavier than some others we tested, it wasn't bothersome. The variety of cleaning modes delighted us. Switching between regular, light brushing, whitening, and tongue settings was easy—just press the down arrow and the handle lights up with the correct mode. Despite not finding a pressure sensor, we didn't miss it much as we could switch to a gentler mode if needed. Bluetooth connectivity is available, but we didn't find it necessary as all the features worked fine without it. Built-in timers: This is one of the more basic features on an electric toothbrush. Most on this list have two-minute timers, many with notifications at 20- or 30-second intervals to guide you as you brush your teeth. Whitening Brush Heads: Several Oral-B brush heads are designed to help you whiten your teeth by removing surface stains without damaging your enamel. Find the best whitening toothbrush head for you. The Oral-B 3D White Replacement Brush Head† features a unique polishing cup to gently whiten with end-rounded bristles for a safe, but effective whitening experience. MOON Toothbrushes, Soft Bristle: While soft and gentle on the gums, the stiff brush head design makes it difficult to get a deep clean.