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Toothbrushes:
Because
toothbrushes come in all
sorts of shapes and sizes, it's important for you to choose one that
fits the contour and size of your mouth. For most people, a 4 or 5-rowed,
soft, nylon-bristled toothbrush will do, but extra features can be
helpful. For example, an extended tip helps reach back molars and
the inside of your front teeth. Brushes with higher bristles in
the center are better at reaching below the gum line. The rubber tip at
the end of some brush handles is good for massaging the gums after
brushing and flossing.
Toothpastes deliver fluoride to the
teeth and slightly under the gum line to protect against decay, whiten
and remove stains from teeth, and encourage brushing by tasting good
and preventing bad breath. Tartar control toothpastes do indeed
reduce tartar, but only above the gum line. Avoid highly abrasive
toothpastes, which can add to gum damage.
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