TOOTHBRUSH FAQ's
WHAT BRUSH DO I PERSONALLY RECOMMEND?
The BURST. Click HERE for more info. Please see "What About An Electric Brush? How it began...
MANUAL OR ELECTRIC?
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"Electric" (BURST) if you tend to brush too hard, aggressively, quickly or just want a cleaner mouth. This is a Sonic brush, and much better than all competitors--if used correctly.
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Ultimately cleans better
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Less likely to cause sensitivity
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Less likely to cause recession of gums
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Follow S.M.I.L.E. instructions for best result with either
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Do not buy cheap battery powered brushes
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Do not buy electic brushes with a round head that spins or ocsillates
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Manual *ONLY* if you have good dexterity and are patient enough to brush at least 3+ minutes (Most people brush only 30 seconds)
NATURAL BRISTLES OR NYLON?
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Definitely nylon
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Tips should be polished-rounded
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Less likely to cause sensitivity
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Less likely to cause recession of gums
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Follow S.M.I.L.E. instructions for best result
WHICH *MANUAL* BRUSH IS RECOMMENDED?
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GUM® Technique® Deep Clean Toothbrush or GUM® Summit®
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Has recommended bristles
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Ultimately cleans better
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Less likely to cause sensitivity
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Less likely to cause recession of gums
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Use alternately with your current brush if you are not used to a soft brush
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Follow S.M.I.L.E. instructions for best result
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Please don't fall for the gimmicks that manufacturers produce with fancy bends in the handle, rubber bristles, or other features that show up. They do this to create something "new" so they can keep selling their brand. Just buy a quality regular looking brush, with soft nylon rounded polished bristles.
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I also like: the GUM® "Classic Toothbrush" #311, compact head, Soft bristle. This brush has been around for 40+ years and is great manual t