Electric toothbrushes are ideal for patients who have problems brushing their teeth as directed (as they should) or who have limited hand or arm mobility due to trauma, stroke, or the like. Electric toothbrushes are also a good choice because they simply clean better than a standard toothbrush. They make motions that you cannot make when brushing your teeth regularly. Dentists traditionally do not get kick-backs from the manufacturers of the products. In fact many dentists will sell the toothbrushes in their offices at a discounted price (say $30 - $40 cheaper than you would buy them in the store). Although in our office we do not suggest Sonicare brand, we suggest Braun or Oral-B. Happy brushing!
2006-06-15 06:55:27
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answered by kjward518 2
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Electric toothbrushes are better for people who don't brush correctly in the first place. Used effectively, a manual toothbrush can clean your teeth just as well as an electric one, but the problem is not everyone knows how to brush the proper way. The electric toothbrush takes the guess work out of it which is why dentists like to recommend them.
The amount of money that the dentist makes from selling the toothbrushes is entirely up to how much he decides to mark up on the brush. They buy them from the manufaturer and it's up to the dentist to determine price. I know of several dentists who sell them at cost or very close to cost to their patients. But I also know a few that mark-up around 20-30%.
Even at cost, the brushes are quite expensive. However, if everytime you go to the dentist, it seems that you have a new cavity, it could be worth the extra money to get the electric brush and see if it improves your oral hygiene. It could save you time and money in the long run.
2006-06-15 06:54:10
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answered by crazy_sherm 4
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The ultrasonic vibrations is just a bunch of hype it doesn't do a thing ultrasonically. In fact its called SONIC, not ULTRASONICARE. It's a gimic. Actually most dentist don't care what brush you use as long as it's not hard or medium as they can ruin your enamel and gums. I don't care if you use your daughter My Little Pony hair brush if it gets your teeth clean.
The hope is that they can get you jazzed about brushing your teeth. So they don't have to clean the fish and cheese off your teeth every six months. Then hear you whine because they found another cavity. The happiest patients are the ones with good hygiene habits.
2006-06-15 05:23:52
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answered by dre 5
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properly frequently it is an indication of gingivitis! you purely might desire to comb greater frequently. additionally get a delicate bristle toothbrush and purely at the same time as your staring at television or some thing rubdown your gums. this might make your gums superior and that they might desire to stop bleeding. once you're brushing your enamel ascertain you're brushng them long adequate, and make specific to get the gums as much as conceivable! listed below are some advice the thank you to comb your enamel! 1Squeeze some toothpaste onto a delicate-bristled toothbrush. Your toothpaste could incorporate fluoride and undergo the yank Dental association (ADA) seal. Step2Use short, back-and-forth brushing motions to scrub the exterior and interior surfaces of the enamel, to boot because of the fact the chewing surfaces. shop on with with up-and-down motions to scrub the interior surfaces of the front enamel. Step3Brush alongside the gum line. it is amazingly significant, as gum ailment starts right here. Brush gently to avert unfavorable your gums. Step4Make specific to comb your back molars, the place micro organism choose to cover. Step5Brush your tongue to get rid of micro organism that reason undesirable breath. Step6Spit out the toothpaste and rinse your mouth with water or mouthwash. Step7Try to floss a minimum of as quickly as an afternoon, on account that maximum grownup cavities take place between enamel. the main intense time to floss is earlier going to mattress. Floss earlier or once you sweep'the two is fantastic. handbook the floss between the enamel and use it to gently rub the area of each the enamel. i'm hoping this facilitates proper! stay Brushin!! ;o)
2016-12-08 21:08:39
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answered by Anonymous
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the ultrasonic vibrations will remove more from the teeth than just brushing alone
2006-06-15 05:06:19
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answered by CALLIE 4
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Because they work better than any other type of tooth'brush'
2006-06-15 06:15:50
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answered by Smaug Newton 2
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helps with different types of gum disease.
2006-06-15 05:45:52
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answered by ladylampkin 1
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There is that 5th dentist that doesn't...
2006-06-15 05:06:05
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answered by DmanLT21 5
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