When our ancestors began to brush their teeth, they couldn’t run down to the corner market for a plastic toothbrush. In fact, the first toothbrushes ever weren’t in use until the 7th century and were made from bone, animal hair, and bamboo.…
The title sums it up: you really, really, really do need to replace your brush (or the brush head of your electric toothbrush) every three months at least.
When it comes to oral hygiene, your toothbrush is one of the only things standing between you and plaque, and according to a longtime New York dentist, Keith Arbeitman, you may need to change your brush even more frequently than that.…
Going down the toothbrush aisle can be overwhelming because there are so many options to choose from. What size do you need? Do you want hard, medium, or soft bristles? Do you want a tongue scraper on the back?…
You’ve probably seen commercials extolling the virtues of specific toothbrushes, but is buying an expensive toothbrush really going to improve your smile? Is there a “best brand”? How different can each toothbrush really be?…
