Toothbrushes are essential for daily oral hygiene. There are a variety of types to choose from, including popular brands such as Systema, EBIS, Klinica, and professional dental products such as Taft and Le Chero. There are also toothbrushes like Misoka, which don't require toothpaste.
When choosing a toothbrush, it is important to consider factors such as bristle hardness and brush head size, as these factors can vary depending on individual needs.
In this study, we will compare and identify the most recommended toothbrushes among popular products on platforms such as shopping.
The comparison will focus on two areas: cleaning efficiency and user experience.
To determine the best toothbrush, we conducted the following evaluation:
1.Cleaning efficiency: We tested several of our best-selling toothbrushes by applying artificial dental plaque to dental models.
We brushed each tooth an equal number of times, focusing on the front and back teeth, while also using a measuring instrument to ensure that the pressure of about 150 grams was consistent. We visually assessed plaque removal in the anterior, posterior and interdental areas of the teeth.
2.User experience: We recruited three male and three female participants to evaluate toothbrushes based on three criteria: ease of brushing (anterior, posterior, interdental area, gingival line and molars), comfort when brushing (feeling on the gums), and grip (handle) comfort.
When choosing a toothbrush, it is important to consider the following five points:
1.Choose bristle hardness according to the condition of your gums:
There are usually three types of bristles: soft, medium, and hard.
Choose hardness according to the condition of the gums:
For people with healthy gums, soft or medium bristles are suitable.
Stiffer bristles can improve cleaning efficiency, but it can be difficult to reach small gaps.
Be careful not to use excessive force to avoid damage to your teeth or gums.
2.Consider bristle length:
Longer bristles tend to be softer, while shorter bristles are stiffer.
Even if the hardness rating is the same, the length of the bristles can provide additional information about their hardness.
By considering these factors, you can make an informed decision when choosing the best toothbrush for your needs.
If you have sensitive gums due to conditions such as gingivitis, it is advisable to choose a toothbrush that is gentle and soft.
The soft brush is suitable for people with inflamed gums or allergies.
The soft bristles, if soft in texture, reach every corner and clean effectively.
They may have a lower plaque removal capacity and caution is advised when using a soft-bristled toothbrush.
When it comes to the size of the toothbrush head, the average toothbrush head size is usually between 2 and 2About 5 cm, vertically aligned, with three rows of bristles.
A good rule of thumb is that the size of the head should match the size of your two upper incisors.
If the head is the same size as your front teeth, it is considered the right size.
If it is smaller, it is considered a compact head size.
The compact head size facilitates access to posterior teeth and areas of tooth congestion.
It is recommended for people with unpolished cavities or misaligned teeth in the posterior area.
The brushing area is smaller compared to larger brush heads, so brushing thoroughly is essential.
The cleaning efficiency and accessibility of a toothbrush depends not only on the size of the brush head, but also on the shape of the bristle arrangement.
The square brush head provides high cleaning efficiency due to its large bristle area, and the oval-shaped head facilitates easy movement in the mouth.
Pointed and tapered brush heads can reach deeper areas, but they can be less efficient at cleaning.
Pay attention to the bristle arrangement and shape of the toothbrush that affects the cleaning efficiency
Toothbrush manufacturers put a lot of effort into designing the shape, bristle arrangement, and bundling, so let's focus on the details of the toothbrush in order to find the right toothbrush for you.
Most toothbrushes are flat, and complex teeth with ridges and steps may benefit from these shapes.
For people with straight teeth, it is advisable to use a toothbrush with flat bristles, which can cover a wider surface at once as they do not easily slide between teeth. It is recommended to use an interdental brush, dental floss, or taffeta brush to effectively clean the space between the teeth.
If your teeth are aligned forward or backward, it's best to use a toothbrush that's shaped to fit their appearance.
If the gap between the teeth is large, it is recommended to use a toothbrush with stepped bristles, which can effectively reach the crevices and crevices of each tooth for a thorough cleaning.
For those who prioritize cleaning efficiency, it is advisable to use a toothbrush with rounded bristles, with finer bristles that can reach deeper areas.
The diameter of the bristles of a regular toothbrush is usually about 02 mm, round in shape, they have the characteristics of high cleaning efficiency. They can effectively polish the tooth surface, making it suitable for people who prioritize teeth whitening.
Even more than 0The 2 mm finer bristles are called ultra-fine bristles. Due to its finer texture, toothbrushes with ultra-fine bristles can easily reach the details between the occlusal groove and the teeth. They also have less irritation to the teeth and gums, making them ideal for those who prefer to brush their teeth gently.
Dense bundles of bristles can enhance the smoothness of your teeth! However, they require more time to clean.
The higher the density of the bristle bundle, the greater the contact area with the teeth, resulting in a higher cleaning efficiency and a smoother feel after brushing. The downside is that removing debris between the bristles during cleaning can be challenging and may take longer to dry.
When the density is lower, the bristles can move more freely in all directions, allowing for better access to details, however, cleaning efficiency may be reduced due to less pressure applied.
When it comes to hygiene, nylon and PBT bristles have an advantage. Natural bristles are recommended for those who value a sensory experience.
The material of the bristles affects their hardness, sensory experience and hygiene. The hardness varies depending on the thickness of each bristle, but generally follows the order in which PBT, nylon, and natural bristles such as pig hair or horsehair soften one by one.
Natural bristles have a moderate amount of elasticity and softness to provide an excellent sensory experience, they may have the disadvantage of not being too dry after use, and it is important to thoroughly clean and dry your toothbrush thoroughly after use.
For people with general teeth and straight handles, a straight type is recommended. If it is difficult to reach the back teeth with a straight handle, you can choose a type with a curved handle.
For people with teeth placed sideways or irregularly, the type with two curves or offsets will be easier to use.
1. Cleaning efficiency
We've verified the important cleaning efficiency, which is a key feature of toothbrushes.
We apply artificial dental plaque to dental models. We brush the front and back teeth horizontally and the back teeth vertically with a toothbrush, brushing each tooth the same number of times. In order to ensure that the pressure applied to the teeth is about 150g, we use a measuring instrument to confirm it at the time of implementation.
Visually confirm and assess the cleanliness of the anterior, posterior, posterior, and interdental spaces of the teeth.
Verification Result Highlights] Cleaning is more efficient with round bristles! Ultra-thin bristles require careful brushing.
Using a toothbrush with sturdy, round bristles is able to thoroughly remove artificial plaque that adheres to the dental model with less contact, and in particular, it excels at removing dirt from the front, back and uneven areas of the back teeth.
On the other hand, with ultra-thin bristles, artificial plaque cannot be removed even after a few passes, resulting in residue on the tooth surface. When using ultra-thin bristles, careful brushing is required.
2. User experience
Next, we validated the user experience that is important when brushing your teeth.
Three male auditors and three female auditors actually use toothbrushes, and they are evaluated based on the following three points:
Ease of use (anterior, posterior, inter-tooth, between teeth and gingiva, posterior).
Sensation (sensation when in contact with the gums).
Grip (easy to hold handle).
Verification result highlights] Toothbrush with moderate softness and elasticity are highly evaluated! Pointed bristles that grow between teeth are also popular.
The pointed, fine-bristled toothbrush can even be inserted into narrow interdental spaces and has received high ratings in terms of user experience. The assessment is inversely proportional to the dirt removal assessment.
It is believed that even a slightly larger toothbrush with a thinner tip can be brushed efficiently and easily.
In this validation, the hardness is normalized to "normal", but there is a significant difference in hardness between different products.
Toothbrushes with springy pointed bristles are highly rated for user experience! It is a toothbrush with high cleaning efficiency.
Regardless of gender. The strong and delicate bristles reach the surface of the teeth and the space between them, giving the impression of completely removing dirt.
Since the head is compact and the neck is slender, it can be polished smoothly even without opening the mouth wide, so there is no feeling of mouth fatigue even if you brush your teeth carefully.
With a mineral-coated tip, it doesn't require toothpaste. Someone is not used to the sound of not using toothpaste, but it is recommended as a polishing paste for such people. It is very useful for carrying on the go, without the need for toothpaste.
It effectively removes dirt in a cut shape that fits uneven teeth. The handle is also attractive because it does not cause hand fatigue.
Toothbrushes with a cut shape are good at removing dirt from the front and back teeth and are highly rated for cleaning efficiency.
The cut shape of the brush fits the unevenness of the teeth and provides a comfortable feeling of removing dirt from the tooth surface and between the teeth. Although the head is slightly larger, the curve of the handle is delicate, so even people with small mouths will not find it difficult to brush their teeth.
The smooth rubber texture of the handle is easy to grip and is one of the attractive features that does not cause hand fatigue. Recommended for those who want to brush their teeth efficiently.
Cutting shape, high cleaning efficiency. It is an easy-to-use toothbrush for people with complex tooth alignments.
The toothbrush is characterized by the fact that the ** part of the head has a cut shape. It has received a high rating in terms of cleaning efficiency because it effectively removes dirt from the entire dental model.
A toothbrush with a medium-hard cut shape is designed to reach the intricate areas of the teeth and the back teeth well. It provides a high brushing experience for people with complex teeth alignment and people with neat teeth.
Since the longitudinally slender and compact head can easily reach the back teeth, it is also recommended for people with small mouths.
It firmly grips the dirt on the teeth with a high-density valley-shaped brush. The crooked neck can reach the back teeth.
The valley part of the brush** comfortably brushes the front and back teeth.
It is also easy to use for people with small mouths, but people with weak gums should be careful.
The crystal toothbrush, which features fine bristles, removes dirt from the front and back of the teeth very well, and has an above-average cleaning efficiency.
Because the head is compact, it is easy to brush the back teeth, making it suitable for people with small mouths. The sharp hairs go deep between the teeth and feel like they are brushing to all corners, but people with weak gums can also feel pain.
The diamond-cut handle doesn't slip, but people who usually hold the handle** part of their brushing will find it difficult to hold because of the protruding beads.
The high-density extra-fine hairs taste good, but the wide head is suitable for people with larger mouths.
The toothbrush, which is characterized by a wide head and extra-fine bristles, removes dirt very well in the extra-fine bristles. In particular, the dirt removal effect of the front, back and back teeth of the teeth is very good, and the cleaning efficiency is relatively high.
Because the head is very large, it may be difficult to brush your teeth when brushing your back teeth or if you have a small mouth.
The very fine hairs of the high-density hair transplant are very chewy and can make you feel the penetration between the teeth. People with weak gums may feel pain, so it is important to be careful.
The elastic hairs have an excellent sanding feel, but the comfort of entering between the teeth is insufficient.
A toothbrush characterized by flat bristles removes almost all the dirt of the dentition model, and the cleaning efficiency is highly rated.
Bouncy but not too soft hairs are chewy and can comfortably grind the surface of your teeth. It doesn't get into the teeth well and is unsatisfying.
The head is small and the rotation is small, but the width is wide, making it unsuitable for complex teeth.
The tooth surface and the gap between the teeth and the teeth are easily sanded, and the toothbrush can almost remove dirt from the teeth between the teeth of the dentition model.
Since the head is smaller, it can reach the back teeth well, but the width is slightly wider, so it can feel difficult to polish in places with complex tooth arrangements or between teeth. The hardness of the hair tends to be slightly stiffer in ordinary products, so those who like hard hair can feel the comfort of sanding well.
Stiff bristles are good at removing dirt from the surface of the teeth, but not enough between the teeth.
A toothbrush that is particularly compact on the head can clean dirt from the front and back of the teeth, and the cleaning efficiency is highly rated.
Because the head is small, it is very easy to clean even the back teeth and places where the teeth are arranged. Due to the stiffer hair, it may be uncomfortable for people with weak gums.
It is important to choose a toothbrush that suits your oral situation and needs. Everyone's oral situation is different, so it's best to choose the right toothbrush for your needs. If your gums are weak or sensitive to hair hardness, you can choose a toothbrush with soft bristles. Changing your toothbrush regularly is also an important step in maintaining your oral health.
Use a blend-bristled toothbrush
It can clean the back and back teeth of the teeth well, but the cleaning effect of the front and interdental teeth is poor.
Because the bristles are soft and dense, they do not feel pain even if the gums are weak, and they are able to grind teeth effectively. Thanks to the use of mixed wool, it can be used for surface and tooth cleaning separately, which is also an advantage.
While the brush head can provide comfortable access between the teeth, it is not efficient enough to clean.
The toothbrush is of the pointed fine bristle type:
Overall, the dirt on the dentition model cannot be removed well, so the cleaning efficiency evaluation is low.
Although the bristles are soft, they feel good on the polish due to their certain toughness. The extremely fine bristles can enter between the teeth, and the user experience is relatively high.
Bristles can provide a high cleaning efficiency but lack the comfort of getting between the teeth.
Toothbrushes have flat-cut bristles:
Able to clean teeth well, especially dirt on the front and back.
The smaller brush head can be turned flexibly, but because the bristles are flat, they don't really get between the teeth, lacking an actual clean feel. In terms of normal hardness, it is quite hard, so it is not suitable for people with weak gums.
Although bristles provide a high cleaning efficiency, they lack the comfort of getting between the teeth.
Spiral edge bristle toothbrush:
It is able to remove tooth dirt except between the teeth very well, and the cleaning efficiency is average.
A moderately sized brush head can effectively clean your teeth. The spiral edge hairs shaped like a drill bit give a person a feeling that they are going between the teeth, but it is important to note that it may be painful.
Suitable for cleaning tooth surfaces, but lacks the ability to remove dirt between teeth.
A toothbrush that specializes in removing stained dirt is good at removing dirt from the surface of the teeth and back teeth, but has limited effectiveness in cleaning dirt between the teeth.
Since the cross-section of the bristles is square, it gives the impression that the surface of the teeth is clean, but it does not really enter between the teeth. In terms of normal hardness, brushing feels quite hard.
The soft, fine, hairs enter comfortably between the teeth, but the cleaning efficiency is average.
Toothbrush with a thin tip:
For the front and back of the dentition model, the dirt cleaning effect is ok. However, the dirt cleaning effect in other areas is limited, and the overall cleaning efficiency is average.
Due to the narrower width of the brush head, the back teeth are easier to clean. Although it is also soft at normal hardness, it has a thinner tip due to its certain hardness, and you can feel the sensation of cleaning between your teeth.
The high-density ultrafine hairs provide a comfortable cleaning sensation but are less effective at removing dirt from the tooth surface.
With 0A toothbrush characterized by ultra-fine bristles of 01 mm or less is good at removing dirt on the back of the teeth and between the teeth. The cleaning efficiency is rated below average due to poor dirt removal from the front and back teeth.
The ultra-fine hairs with a high density are very chewy and you can feel the gaps between your teeth. On the other hand, the handle part has become octagonal and feels difficult to hold.
Use a natural bristle toothbrush with horsehair:
It removes dirt from the front, back, and back teeth of the teeth very well, and the cleaning efficiency is very high. There may be residual dirt between the teeth.
The size of the head is ordinary, but it lacks softness due to the stiffness and density of the hair. The front and back of the teeth can be brushed tightly, but there is no sensation between the teeth. It seems to be soft when you use it, but it feels stiffer when you first start using it, so if you prefer a stiffer brush, you can try it.
While a larger head can be used for extensive cleaning, the bristles are too soft and lack cleaning efficiency.
The larger head toothbrush performs well on any part of the dentition model's dirt and has an average cleaning efficiency.
The larger head may be because the bristles are soft and flexible, so they don't feel as difficult to clean. Although the extremely fine bristles can get between the teeth, the polishing of the surface is not as good as it could be.
The cleaning efficiency is high, but a hard brush will reduce the comfort rating of polishing.
The bristles of the toothbrush are cut into triangles to conform to the shape between the teeth. For the dirt of the dentition model, except for the dirt between the teeth, the cleaning effect is very good, and the cleaning efficiency is relatively high.
Due to the compact head design, it can reach the back and back teeth of the teeth well, but it will also have a harder matte feel at ordinary hardness. The feeling of getting between the teeth and scraping off the dirt is not good enough.
Although it has the comfort of polishing, it cannot effectively remove dirt from the back teeth and back.
Polished toothbrush:
The dirt on the surface of the teeth and between the teeth can be removed well, but the dirt cleaning effect in other areas is not good, and the cleaning efficiency is lower than average.
Although the head is quite large, the difficulty of polishing is hardly felt due to the flexibility of the bristles. The polished sensation like massaging the gums and the feeling of the extremely fine bristles getting into the teeth are very comfortable. Suitable for people who want to know the pressure of proper brushing. But it takes time to grind.
Compact brush head toothbrush:
It makes a clicking sound when the proper brushing pressure is exceeded, and it removes dirt from the dentition model to a considerable extent, and the cleaning efficiency is average.
The compact brush head makes it easy to sanding in narrow areas, which is its advantage. On the other hand, if you push too hard, there will be a clicking sound and the handle will bend, so it will take time to polish carefully. If you're concerned about the proper amount of pressure while brushing your teeth, you can try using it.
The elongated head makes it easy to use even complex teeth. But the roughness of the teeth is average.
Slender head toothbrush:
It can remove dirt from the front and back of the teeth well, but it has a poor effect on the removal of dirt between the teeth and back teeth, and the cleaning efficiency is not highly evaluated.
Since the head is elongated, it is easier to access the posterior teeth and areas with complex tooth alignments for cleaning. In terms of the hardness of the bristles, it's slightly stiff, lacks softness, and doesn't have a good tooth feel.
Ionic toothbrush:
Plaque can be easily removed. It can remove dirt from the surface of the teeth well, but it does not clean the dirt in other areas well, and the cleaning efficiency is rated low.
The head is compact and the neck is elongated, so it is easy to clean in narrow areas. Since the bristles are very soft and don't have a burnish feel, it doesn't feel good enough for people who want a thorough clean. I didn't particularly feel the effect of the ions, and it may have been easier to remove the plaque.
The long horizontal bristles are effective in cleaning the surface of the teeth, but it is difficult to clean between the teeth and back teeth.
Tea toothbrush:
It is good to remove dirt from the surface of the teeth, but it is almost impossible to clean the dirt between the teeth, and the cleaning efficiency is kept at an average level.
A rare type of toothbrush with a longer width, which can be confusing at first, but it can brush the surface of your teeth laterally in one pass. However, it is difficult to clean the back teeth and between the teeth, so the experience of using it is not highly rated.
Toothbrush with ultra-fine bristles:
There is a moderate amount of dirt on any part of the tooth. The cleaning efficiency is not very high.
Extra-fine and round bristles are mixed together, and because the extra-fine bristles are long, they can get between the teeth, but the short round bristles can't reach the tooth surface, so they don't feel good enough.
The bristles are neither too soft nor too hard, so they can be sanded on the surface of the teeth. However, since the bristles are flat, you cannot feel the grinding effect that enters between the teeth.
The bristles of the Yamagata cut can be used to polish the surface of the teeth, but they cannot enter between the teeth.
Although the bristles of the Yamagata cut have a good sanding effect, the Yamagata cut between the teeth does not fit well enough and draws attention to the unpolished areas. Since each bristle is thick, it feels hard to use.
The use of specially shaped bristles makes sanding between teeth and tooth surfaces more comfortable, but the cleaning results are average.
The specially shaped bristles with round bristles and very fine bristles remove dirt from the tooth surface, and at the same time, they can also enter between the teeth for a practical sanding experience. However, for people with fragile gums, brushing too hard can cause damage to the gums.
The combination of extra-fine and rounded bristles has advantages, but the cleaning efficiency is a little less efficient.
Fine-haired type"Easy to brush toothbrush"：
It is very good at removing dirt from the surface of the teeth. The dirt in other parts is not removed much, and the cleaning efficiency is average.
Because the head is very small, it is easy to use even for people with small mouths, which is a pleasing point. It may be that it is not particularly comfortable because of the low density of hair.
The density of the pointed hairs is low, and the cleaning efficiency and sanding feel are poor.
Very fine ultra-sharp fine-bristled toothbrush", to a certain extent, can remove dirt from the surface of the teeth, on the other hand, horizontal brushing does not remove dirt between the teeth, and the cleaning efficiency is average.
Because the hair is pointy and the density is not very high, you will feel dissatisfied if you can't polish the surface of your teeth too hard. Because the hair tips are pointy, people with weak gums may feel pain.
When exploring the art of brushing, prioritizing areas that are prone to wear and tear is one of the secrets to effective teeth cleaning.
Don't be greedy when applying toothpaste, which is also a tip to protect your oral health.
Too much toothpaste can create a rich lather in your mouth, giving you the false impression that you've been thoroughly cleaned, which often results in areas that aren't properly treated.
Pressure control when brushing is also crucial. In general, the force of a regular toothbrush should be controlled between 150 and 200 grams.
In the case of small toothbrushes, due to their narrow heads, we need to reduce the force even further below this standard. Not only does too much force not work to clean your teeth more effectively, but it can also have a negative effect on your oral tissues, like a small tree in a strong wind, which may seem powerful but is actually fragile.
When brushing with a part of a hair strand, such as the tip of a toothbrush, be careful to brush with weaker force.
The best time to brush your teeth is after every meal or snack.
Because bacteria can attach to food debris left in your mouth and form plaque, brush your teeth as much as possible after eating or snaking.
For people with fewer caries pathogens in the mouth, a large amount of saliva outflow, and a strong ability to recalcify, it is not necessary to brush their teeth immediately after meals.
Toothbrushes should basically be replaced once a month. If brushing is stressful and the hair opens when viewed from the back of the head, it may damage the gums and will need to be replaced for a month.
Conversely, long-term use can lead to a decrease in the efficiency of hair cleaning, even if the hair is not opened. Replace your toothbrush with a new one at least once a month.
Natural wool such as pig hair and horse hair is not easy to warp and lasts longer than the replacement benchmark of nylon hair for 1 month. Please check the condition of the ends and determine the replacement time.
If the hair is not elastic, or the ends are split like split ends, it needs to be replaced.