Are there any side effects to using Electric Toothbrushes?

Question

I am currently using an Oral B 2 head electric toothbrush, I must admint my teeth have never been whiter or cleaner, but sometimes it can hurt, I try to be as gentle as possible, any suggestions most welcome. Liam

Answer 1

nothings wrong

Answer 2

its good you are being gentle. pressing too hard can cause gum recession. which you dont want!  not only should you brush your teeth but you need to brush the gum line as plaque can build up there.

Dont use the electric tooth brush as a manual brush. the tip of the brush spins and does all the work for you, so all you need to do is hold the tip of the brush on the tooth and the gum line for about 30 seconds then move onto the next tooth. it should take about 2mins to brush your teeth.  

Do you floss or use interdental brushes? if not, your gums may be slightly swollen. Floss still needs to be used to get in between the teeth and gums as toothbrushes dont reach all the way through.

Use a mouthrinse if you which. listerine and savacol is good fro fighting bacteria (use savacol only 2 - 3 times a weeks as stains can occur which only the dentist can remove) or sensodyne is good for sensitive teeth or gums.

if it still hurt when you brush your teeth go and see your dentist.

Hope i helped!  

Answer 3

Are you using a whitening toothpaste? If you are, the problem could be the toothpaste. Whitening toothpaste takes away the enamel, which is the stuff that stains, and under the enamel is just the tooth. When this happens there is nothing left to protect your tooth.

Answer 4

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