If youa��ve heard it once, youa��ve probably heard it a thousand timesa��you have to brush your teeth effectively to prevent cavities and tooth decay! Though graduates of dental hygienist schools would recommend brushing three times each day (once after every meal), many people just dona��t have the time. However, it is important that you brush at least twice daily; you do want to maintain those pearly whites (and fresh breath!).
With so many options crowding the pharmacy dental aisle, ensuring youa��ve got the right tool for the job can sometimes be tricky A�- and unless youa��re training to become a dental hygienist, you probably wona��t know which brush is best for your teeth. Not to worry, wea��ve done the research and narrowed down the results for you!
Electric toothbrushes are great because theya��re easy to use, they do a better job at cleaning your teeth, and theya��re more appealing to children, who see brushing as a chore. Continue reading to find out some of the best ones on the market.
Brush Buddies Justin Bieber Singing Electric Toothbrush
If your children are like most, and ita��s tough to get them to brush their teeth (let alone do a good job) then this toothbrush might be just what youa��ve been waiting for. The brush is complete with a rubber grip, a soft-bristle brush head anda��wait for it: each toothbrush in the collection plays two Justin Bieber songsa��your childa��s teeth will be cleaner than ever before because he or she wona��t want to put this brush down! This kid-approved tool also happens to be the least expensive electric toothbrush on the market.
Price: Less than $10
Oral-B Pro Health
This onea��s great for newbies to electronic brushing because it provides the deep clean of an electronic toothbrush, but without the hefty price tag. So, if youa��re not ready to commit just yet, this is your go-to for a trial-run. Anyone who has had dental hygienist training can confirm that this toothbrush removes more plaque than any manual brush and keeps your gums and teeth healthy. It doesna��t have a lithium ion battery so ita��s not rechargeable – but the replacement heads are quite inexpensive.
Price: Approximately $14 (and $22 for a 3-pack of replacement heads).
Oral-B Deep Sweep
If youa��ve got sensitive teeth, you know how difficult brushing can sometimes bea��painful brushstrokes, bleeding gums etc.a��and why should you suffer through all of that when youa��re just trying to maintain the cleanliness of your teeth? Well, the Oral-B Deep Sweep electric toothbrush can certainly help you out. Not only does it keep your gums and teeth healthy, but ita��s made for sensitive teeth! The brush has a sensitive mode, so it functions at a lower speed for a thorough, but gentle clean.
Price: Approximately $130 for the unit and $25 for a 3-pack of replacement heads.
Sonicare Flexcare Plus
If youa��re looking for a toothbrush that has 5 different brushing modes, delivers 31 000 brush strokes per minute and reduces gum inflammation and bleeding, then your search is over. The Sonicare Flexcare Plus offers the most features compared to all the other brushes, while providing excellent long-term dental health. However, the price tag on the unit and replacement heads might be a deal-breaker for some!
Price: Approximately $190 for the unit and $40 for a 3-pack of replacement heads.
Oral-B 5000
This toothbrush might just offer the best consumer value. Though there is a newer version availablea�� the Oral-B 7000a��ita��s a lot more expensive, probably due to its tongue brushing feature and complimentary travel case. The Oral-B 5000 unit is quite pricey, but the head replacements are average, making them easier to replace. It provides quality care for your teeth and also has a sensitivity LCD screen that tells you when youa��re pushing too hard on your gumsa��so if your teeth are sensitive, and youa��re looking to spend a little more than the Oral-Ba��s Deep Sweep brush, this onea��s a great choice!
Price: Approximately $165, with replacement heads retailing $25 for a 3-pack.
