An analysis of 56 different studies published in 2014 found that not only do electric toothbrushes reduce dental plaque by 21 percent more than manual toothbrushes they reduce gingivitis by 11 percent more too.
Cleaning electric toothbrush base.
Electric toothbrushes are better than manual toothbrushes.
Cleaning a manual toothbrush doesn t differ all that much to cleaning an electric toothbrush for either brush it s quite straightforward but in the sections below we have included extra detail on maintaining your brush long term.
We rinse the head after every use in clean water and scrip the handle at each charge.
Take apart your phillips sonicare by removing the brush head from the handle.
How to keep a toothbrush clean.
Submerge your toothbrush head in a solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water for 1 hour.
We have braun oral b electric toothbrushes.
For some reason they develop a weird coating of grey brown.
There s one downside of electric toothbrushes though.
To clean your electric toothbrush try using a water and bleach solution to get rid of bacteria from the head.
When you travel put your toothbrush in a travel toothbrush holder don t let it roll around uncovered in your suitcase or toiletry bag where it can pick up dust dirt and bacteria.
Keep it covered on the road but not at home.
Keep these tips in mind to keep your electric toothbrush clean and safe.
Thoroughly rinse toothbrushes with tap water after brushing.
Even if the wires are not connected to the toothbrush it is best to be safe.
How to clean a manual toothbrush.
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Unplug the charger before you separate the brush from the charger.
I have also soaked the head in bleach as recommended above but with all of this.
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Separate the toothbrush parts.
This can make it easier to identify sources of gunk and clean them thoroughly.
Tao super clean sonic toothbrush with base and 5 heads what it is an electric toothbrush and cleaning station that cleans your mouth using sonic technology.