The start and end of your day can really be determined by the way you brush and how you do it. The best toothbrush for you depends on a lot of variables and your oral hygiene is a very important one. You might have never cared much about the type of toothbrush you use but experts say that it definitely matters. There are many different types of toothbrushes available, and here is how you can find the best toothbrush for you and plan your dental care.

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Types of toothbrush

Soft bristle toothbrush

Soft bristle toothbrush is extra soft and firm. Soft bristles do not hamper the teeth's surface and are great tooth and tongue cleaners. You should consult your dentist before choosing hard or soft bristles. The pressure on your dental area makes it hard and using soft bristle toothbrushes may be the best solution for it.

Wooden toothbrush

Wooden toothbrushes are entirely compostable and they are made from sustainably harvested wood. A lot of wooden toothbrushes have their bristles made with pig hair. A majority of wooden toothbrushes have hard bristles that are too strong. Avoid using Wooden toothbrush if you have a sensitive dental surface.

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Bamboo toothbrush

Bamboo toothbrush is very similar in shape and size if compared with the wooden toothbrush. There are two kinds of bristles in bamboo toothbrushes and each one has their own advantage. The first kind is a traditional nylon bristle, they are more common and are soft enough to sweep and capture bacteria. Charcoal infused bristles are the other kind which absorb and bind bacteria at a microscopic level

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Electric toothbrush

Electric toothbrush is great at removing plaque. Its bristles vibrate and allow micro-movements throughout your mouth. It is also the best toothbrush for people with less mobility, the electric toothbrush does most of your work. You can easily opt for it if you have a normal dental routine with less mobility as a preference.

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