Ditching that old toothbrush you received as a consolation prize for your last dentist visit could do a world of good for your teeth. That is, if you switch it out for an electric model.
Electric toothbrushes, though they may be pricey, can reach places manual toothbrushes simply can’t. With strokes ranging from 3,000 to 40,000 per minute, an electric toothbrush can significantly reduce your plaque levels and chances of developing gingivitis, according to a study from Cochrane Oral Health Group.
Here’s a look at three electric toothbrushes that can fit a range of budgets.
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If you’re looking for something on the lower end – fewer features, a significant drop in price, not rechargeable – you can’t go wrong with this $12 find. BrushPoint Deep Clean Oscillating Battery Brush works your gums while targeting those hard-to-reach areas of the mouth. Risk of gingivitis and gum disease is also reduced.
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Here’s a model that sits sweetly in the middle. Retail price is about $63, but you can find it on Amazon for $31.99. The Oral-B Deep Sweep 1000 is rechargeable, and if you’re brushing a little harder than necessary, the model stops its pulsations. There’s also an in-handle timer that pulses every 30 seconds to let you know when it’s time to switch areas of your mouth.
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If you have a little extra to spend, this rechargeable Philips Sonicare DiamondClean toothbrush might be a good fit. It claims to remove 100 percent more plaque than a manual toothbrush, and whitens teeth in about one week. There’s even built-in technology to help stimulate your gums – an oft-neglected area when it comes to oral hygiene. Retail price is about $220, but you can find it on Amazon for $190.
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