Is the softer the toothbrush bristles, the better?

Aug,21,2024     162     Industry

Is the softer the toothbrush bristles, the better? It is generally recommended to use a soft bristled toothbrush.

Firstly, it causes minimal damage to the gums; Secondly, the bristles are tough and easy to bend, which can effectively clean the gaps between teeth and gingival margins. However, the general public does not need to specifically choose toothbrushes that are "extremely soft" or "ultra soft". Toothbrushes that are too soft may not have good cleaning effects, so it is better to choose toothbrushes with soft bristles. As for special populations, such as middle-aged and elderly people with exposed tooth roots and children with lower hardness of deciduous teeth, softer bristles can be chosen. For individuals who smoke, drink tea, and other substances that can easily accumulate pigments on their teeth, they can choose harder bristles, but pay attention to using the correct brushing method and force to reduce damage to their teeth and gums. The bristles should be moderately dense. Generally, the bristles of a toothbrush are about 3-4 bundles wide and 10-12 bundles long, so that there is enough spacing between each bundle of bristles. This can effectively remove dental plaque and make the toothbrush easy to clean and dry.

For friends with neat teeth, they can choose brushes arranged in a straight line. The bristles are wavy, which is more suitable for people with misaligned teeth; The topmost bristles are longer than others to better clean the last tooth, which depends on individual circumstances.

Also, it is best to round the bristles. The packaging of general toothbrush products is labeled, and you can also try it gently with your hands. Unprocessed bristles will be particularly pricked. As for the size of the brush head, it is best to have three teeth long and one tooth wide. Everyone should choose according to their own oral size, opening degree, and other factors. If the brush head is too large, it is easy to miss some tooth surfaces, especially the teeth at the back of the mouth, and it may also cause

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