Wausau Dentist

Choosing the right toothbrush for you can be difficult because there are so many different brands and styles that are available on the market now. There are certain things that everyone should look for in their toothbrush. The first thing to look for is that your toothbrush has soft bristles. If you end up with hard bristles it may end up damaging your gums by being too rough on them. Another thing to look for is that you have a smaller-headed brush. Dentists tend to prefer these because they leave more room for those hard to reach areas in the back and sides of your mouth.

When choosing the type of handle such as non-slip, or the shape of the head such as rectangular, or even the styles of the bristles it doesn?t matter. The rule of thumb here is just to pick what works for you. This is the reason that there are so many styles out on the market, is because everyone needs to pick what is going to work best for them. The best toothbrush for you is one that lets you reach all of the parts of the teeth and mouth. Some often choose a powered toothbrush because it?s a good alternative. For those who have difficulty brushing well, this can be a good option.

It is usually necessary to change your toothbrush every three months or so. This is because after about 3 months, your toothbrush begins to show wear and tear on the bristles and may not be doing as good of a job as it used to. Another good thing to remember is that when you get over a cold, you should always change your toothbrush because it can often harbor germs that may get back into you?re the next time you brush.

For more information on brushing habits, contact your Wausau Dentist, James S. Kim at 713-849-5667.