Photo Credit: Shutterstock The toothbrush aisle in any supermarket or drug store is stressful. As you approach the mega wall lined with 100+ plus toothbrush options in all different shapes or sizes, understandably, you get flustered. What toothbrush should you buy? To ease your stress and make your decision way easier, Haute Beauty expert Dr. Mimi Yeung advises you to take note of these three things: bristle type, brush size, and the type of toothbrush.

1. Bristle Type

As you might believe, a toothbrush is a toothbrush since they all accomplish the same thing — brushing your teeth — you thought wrong. Toothbrush bristles come in three forms: soft, medium and hard. And after taking into account the recommendation of the American Dental Association (ADA) regarding the type of bristle you should use, we’ll never not buy a soft-bristled toothbrush again. When you gently apply pressure to your teeth while using a soft bristle, you are reducing the risk of gingival (gum) injury.

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2. Brush Size

Who would have thought that the size of your brush would make a difference? Based on preference, a smaller brush head is recommended if you 1) have a small mouth and 2) have a hard time reaching areas of your mouth. You want to ensure your toothbrush can get to all hard-to-reach places!

3. Type of Toothbrush

You can either own a manual or electric toothbrush, but whether you have sensitive teeth plays a large part in what you should be using. Studies have indicated that people tend to apply more pressure on their teeth when they use a generic manual toothbrush. This makes an electric toothbrush a preferable option if you have issues with sensitive teeth or gums. Even electric models with pressure sensors will stop the brush from spinning when you press too hard against your teeth!

When you’re ready to make your decision, consult with Dr. Mimi Yeung at our New York office to decide which toothbrush is right for you!