To have very white teeth and breath as pleasant as a mint bud, you need to brush your teeth regularly. If you've always used a manual toothbrush and just bought an electric one, you may be wondering how to best use it. Read on to find out!
Steps
Step 1. Charge the battery
Without a charge, your electric toothbrush becomes a simple manual toothbrush that is heavier than normal. Keep your toothbrush charging, or be sure to replace or recharge the battery when it shows signs of less effect. Keep the power supply near the sink so that it is easy to reach but protected from accidental splashes, and that it cannot fall into the sink.
Step 2. Keep the bristles efficient
The head should be made of flexible nylon bristles for better washing effectiveness. After a couple of months of continuous use, the head deteriorates and must be replaced because it loses its effectiveness.
Replacing the brush head is recommended not only for efficacy considerations, but also for hygiene reasons. Scientific research has shown that many types of bacteria lurk in the cartridge, most of which are harmless, but regular cartridge replacement can prevent potential problems
Step 3. Wet the brush head, and apply the toothpaste in moderation
Using too much toothpaste can create excess suds, and make you spit or stop washing ahead of time.
Step 4. Divide the mouth into four zones:
upper right and left, and lower right and left. Start from the top, placing the brush at the junction between the tooth and the gum, with the head pointing at 45 ° towards the gum.
Press gently, move the toothbrush in small circles, moving from one tooth to the other. The vibration of the motor guarantees you a thorough cleaning
Step 5. Brush with great care
Spend at least 30 seconds on each area, brushing the outside of each tooth, the inside, the chewing side, and between tooth and tooth. The entire wash should take two to three minutes.
Pressing too hard can cause damage to the gum or wear down too much tooth enamel. It should also be borne in mind that brushing your teeth immediately after eating acidic foods such as citrus fruits or carbonated drinks can corrode tooth enamel. In these cases it is best to wait 30 to 60 minutes before brushing your teeth
Step 6. Brush your tongue
This helps eliminate the bacteria that cause bad breath. Do not brush too hard to avoid damaging the taste buds.
Step 7. Rinse your mouth
Take a sip of water in your mouth, rinse and spit.
- The real usefulness of rinsing is much debated. For some, rinsing decreases the effectiveness of the fluoride in toothpaste, while for others it is important to ensure that the fluoride itself is not ingested. For some people it is unpleasant to have toothpaste in their mouth after washing! If you are at high risk of developing tooth decay, it may help not to rinse, or rinsing with a little water, to create a fluoride blend.
- Other studies have shown that there are no differences whether rinsing is done or not.
Step 8. Rinse your toothbrush
Remove the brush head from the motor, and run water over both of them before storing them so they can dry.
Step 9. Complete the wash with a fluoride-containing mouthwash (optional)
Take a sip of mouthwash in your mouth, rinse for about 30 seconds, and then spit. Be careful not to ingest it.
Step 10. Place the motor back on the power supply
Keeping your toothbrush charged ensures that it's always ready when you need it.
If your toothbrush is fully charged, you can unplug the power adapter from the power outlet to save energy
Advice
- Electric toothbrushes produce 3000 to 7500 vibrations per minute, while ultrasonic toothbrushes generate 40,000 vibrations per minute. Conversely, using a manual toothbrush only generates about 600 vibrations per minute. Despite these differences, scientific studies show that using a manual toothbrush effectively is equivalent to using an electric toothbrush. The important aspect is the regularity and efficiency of use of the toothbrush!
- Brush your teeth at least twice a day, or after each meal.
- Be careful to brush each tooth from all directions.
- Don't forget to floss!
Warnings
- Do not immerse the power supply or toothbrush to avoid electrical short circuits.
- Don't press the bristles too hard against your teeth.
