{"id":167,"date":"2018-05-15T01:02:36","date_gmt":"2018-05-15T01:02:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/?p=167"},"modified":"2018-06-02T01:02:50","modified_gmt":"2018-06-02T01:02:50","slug":"dentist-upper-arlington-8-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/dentist-upper-arlington-8-3\/","title":{"rendered":"For Oral Care, Your Dentist in Upper Arlington Says Go Electric!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-168\" src=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/electric-toothbrush-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"white electric toothbrush blue bristles\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/electric-toothbrush-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/electric-toothbrush-768x513.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/electric-toothbrush-1024x684.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The spring of the year is here and you\u2019re eager to clean everything in sight, which includes your teeth. You want to make sure that you have the best tools to work with, though. So you\u2019re wondering, for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/general-dentistry.html\">toothbrushing<\/a>, which is better \u2013 the manual or electric alternative? As you continue reading, your dentist in Upper Arlington weighs in to answer that question.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>The Manual and Electric Toothbrush Compared<\/h2>\n<p>Is there a clear winner between the manual and electric toothbrush options? Your local dentist says there is, so let\u2019s compare the two in a few areas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Time Saved <\/strong>\u2013 The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you brush for at least two minutes each session to thoroughly clean your teeth. That time period is based on the limitations of using a manual toothbrush, though. However, when using an electric alternative, you won\u2019t need the same amount of time. That\u2019s because the motorized bristles rotate at 6,000 \u2013 30,000 times per minute, a speed that can\u2019t remotely be matched with manual usage.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Easy Use <\/strong>\u2013 In addition to providing for a faster process, the electric toothbrush also is easier to use than the manual version. This is especially important for people who have a limited range of motion or an injury that prevents them from getting into the tight spaces in the mouth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Thoroughness <\/strong>\u2013 The electric action also provides for a more thorough cleaning experience. This is due to the speed that the bristles travel at and the brush\u2019s ability to probe all of the areas of your oral cavity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>More Options <\/strong>\u2013 You\u2019ll also enjoy more options when using an electric toothbrush. For example, one of the concerns in the past involved people with sensitive gums and the rapid moving bristles causing gum irritation. Now, consumers can benefit from electric toothbrushes that are equipped with sensors that can detect how much force is being applied, thus providing the user with greater control.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why is Toothbrushing So Important to Oral Health?<\/h2>\n<p>Brushing your teeth is essential to your oral care because it agitates and removes harmful bacteria and plaque that can cause decay and lead to a host of oral problems. Along with flossing, brushing your teeth is the most important part of your oral hygiene regimen.<\/p>\n<p>You should be sure to clean your teeth at least twice a day to remove leftover food particles and other undesirables. Not only will you benefit from a cleaner oral cavity, but you will also enjoy a beautiful smile!<\/p>\n<p>To learn more oral hygiene tips, reach out to your dentist to schedule a preventive care visit today!<\/p>\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dr. Angela Courtney has been practicing dentistry for over two decades. Still, this graduate of the Ohio State University College of Dentistry remains driven to help her patients achieve healthier mouths, teeth and gums every day. A true perfectionist, she\u2019s constantly striving to get better, which is why she has attended the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in her postgraduate capacity. Dr. Courtney provides excellent care to her patients at Artistry Smile Center and can be reached for more information through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The spring of the year is here and you\u2019re eager to clean everything in sight, which includes your teeth. You want to make sure that you have the best tools to work with, though. So you\u2019re wondering, for toothbrushing, which is better \u2013 the manual or electric alternative? 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