Recently, the use of electric toothbrushes has become widespread. It should be said that there is a device powered by electricity, as well as a battery-powered toothbrush. The second option is in great demand and popular among consumers, so this article will focus on it.
Battery Toothbrush Types
It is worth noting that there are several varieties of such cleaning devices:
- vibrating bristles;
- brushes with rotating heads;
- villi move in one direction;
- The bristles move in the opposite direction.
This cleaner is not recommended to be used more than three times a week. Also, with damaged enamel and sensitive teeth and gums, you should consult a specialist before purchasing this type of product. It is imperative to visit a dentist before buying a baby appliance.
Battery-powered toothbrush for children and adults: selection criteria
If you decide to purchase such a device, you must choose it correctly. In this case, many individual factors must be taken into account. The purchase should be made only in specialized dental clinics or stores.
Adult brush
Before you buy a product, it is recommended to consult with a specialist and find out everything about the he alth of your teeth. A battery operated toothbrush should have soft to medium bristles.
Device with hard bristles can severely damage your enamel and gums. Subsequently, this can become a serious problem. It is worth noting that the use of such a device in some cases can be equivalent to professional teeth cleaning in the clinic.
Pay attention to value for money. Many cleaning appliances are expensive just because of the hyped brand. Try to choose a brush with replaceable bristles, otherwise you will have to throw it away after three months.
Baby appliance
The battery powered toothbrush for children deserves special attention. It is worth noting that babies under two years of age are not recommended to use such devices.
Also pay attention to how the device works. Loud vibration can simply scare a child, especially if he has already had dental treatment at the dentist.
Choose only soft bristles for children. This is necessary in order to protect the delicate gums and milk teeth of the little man. Usually a toothbrushbattery operated always has a large handle. Consider this when buying. The device should fit well in the child's palm and be firmly fixed.
Most of these children's tooth brushing devices come with cartoon characters. Encourage your child to choose the brush they want to use.
Also, the size of the brush head and bristles must be taken into account when choosing products. Remember that children's teeth and mouth are much smaller than those of an adult. A child may simply not be able to cope with a huge brush.
Dental recommendations
In our time, there are many manufacturers that produce this type of product. Here are some of the brands:
- Colgate battery powered toothbrush;
- Curaprox toothbrush;
- Philips cleaner and others.
In most cases, the doctor advises to purchase the device of the very company with which the dental clinic cooperates. The doctor also suggests purchasing a paste from the same company as the cleaning device. That is why you should not blindly believe the recommendations and follow the brand's lead. Choose a brush that is comfortable for you to use in the first place. The price of the product is in the range from 200 to 1000 rubles. Those brushes that work with electricity are somewhat more expensive. Usually their price ranges from 1,000 to 10,000 rubles.
Opinionsbuyers
It is worth saying that in most cases, the battery-powered toothbrush gets positive reviews. However, there are also users who were dissatisfied with the operation of this device.
With its constant use, the color of the enamel becomes much lighter. In addition to general whitening, there is an elimination of age spots from tea, coffee, wine and tobacco products. To achieve maximum results, you can purchase a device with rubberized inserts. They carefully polish and whiten the enamel.
After purchasing a novelty, adults and children have a desire to try it. This serves as an undoubted incentive to carry out hygienic treatment of the oral cavity.
Users who were dissatisfied with the result of cleaning say that they have increased sensitivity of the teeth, the enamel has been somewhat erased. Also, with prolonged daily use, the teeth may begin to loosen.
How to use a battery powered toothbrush?
It is worth noting that such a device should be used no more than three times a week. Do not clean such an apparatus every day, and even more so twice a day. Use an optional mechanical brush. If you do not want to purchase several products at the same time, then you can use a battery-powered brush, simply without turning on its motor.
Change the nozzle every three months. Now special bristles are produced, which are painted in a certain color. As soon as this color is erased, it is necessary to replace the nozzle. Also change the batteries regularly. The fact that they have become unusable will be reported by a strange sound and a significantly slower rotation of the bristles.
When brushing your teeth, don't make any extra effort. You do not need to press on the brush and make it reciprocate. Just guide the device along the dentition, stopping at each lobe. The bristles will rotate and clean your teeth on their own.
Use the appropriate paste to enhance the hygienic effect. Choose the right brush and keep your teeth he althy!
