Introduction Good oral hygiene is essential for the prevention of caries and periodontal disease. There are various aids available for cleaning teeth. All of them have the aim to remove bacterial plaque. The toothbrush is the most important instrument besides the toothpaste. Here you will get an insight into everything you need to know. Structure … Everything around the toothbrush
Standardization The German Standards Committee has also established a standard for toothbrushes. The hardness and flexibility of the bristles were measured and standardized using elaborate test procedures. Brush head and handles were also subjected to standardization. Brushes that comply with this standard can bear the DIN mark. However, this regulation is not binding; it is … Standardization | Everything around the toothbrush
Manual toothbrush vs. electric toothbrush You can choose between manual toothbrushes and electric toothbrushes. Basically, you can have very good oral hygiene with both. Especially with the manual toothbrush, however, it is especially important to use them correctly in order to achieve optimal results. For this reason, manual toothbrushes are recommended for less skilled people … Manual toothbrush vs. electric toothbrush | Everything around the toothbrush
Toothbrush for the spaces between the teeth Even if you are very good with your toothbrush and clean optimally, special aids for cleaning the interdental spaces are indispensable. Here you can use dental floss, dental sticks and interdental space brushes (= tooth space brushes).Interdental space brushes are small brushes with holder, which usually consist of … Toothbrush for the spaces between the teeth | Everything around the toothbrush
How often should you change your toothbrush? It is recommended to change his toothbrush every 6 to 8 weeks. If it looks particularly worn out before that time, you should of course change it before then. The bristles must always be parallel to each other to ensure optimal cleaning. In addition, bacteria and germs collect … How often should you change your toothbrush? | Everything around the toothbrush
