Electric tooth brushes.

I read a story in the paper about how, in Japan which has many very old people, electric toothbrushes are prolonging life. Apparently, bacteria which cause a form of pnuemonia (fatal to oldies!) lodge in the teeth and older people don't have the strength or agility to dislodge the debris. Electric toothbrushes are effective in cleaning away the bacteria and residential home survival rates have improved noticeably.

It made me think that 'going electric' was a very good idea. I have no notion that electric toothbrushes were so effective.

I am also an Oral B fan and my time with the hygienist is much reduced! I also have a small battery one for when we are away. I really didn't like going back to an ordinary brush as my teeth did not have that superclean feel and I had forgotten how to use it.
My DH (bless him) suggested putting toothpaste on the brush, putting it in my mouth and then jumping up and down to replicate the electric brush!!!

I've used electric for years. Like others, I've a crown and lots of fillings. No problem at all. I have a toothbrush that buzzes when you've been brushing for the recommended two minutes. Brilliant. Hardly need any cleaning and scraping now at my dental checkups.

I was advised by someone to restrict electric toothbrush use to about 3 times a week as they could take your gums back

I have been useing a sonic toothbrush since they first came on the market,also interdental brushes,my hygienist always comments it's a pleasure to see your mouth
One tip though,you will pay extra for the brushes that offer 5 settings,I have found that you will,only ever use one ( clean)
Have a look on Amazon and read the reviews before you buy,Boots have some really good deals and of course you will get points

Replacement brush heads can be bought from Amazon at a much cheaper price and I always use the small heads,they reach the parts others cannot ????

Have used an oral b electric toothbrush for years, no problems with fillings (all very old therefore possibly more fragile) and new crown. If i use a manual brush now I dont feel as if my teeth are clean. Last christmas bought from Boots at half price one each for my daughter and son in law. They love them. Dentist always asks if i use an electric and smiles when i affirm. Go for it. You can get perfectly good rechargeable ones for around £20, and they last ages.

Another electric toothbrush user here, my dentist recommends their use. Bought mine in Boots years ago when it was on offer and it has a little carry case for travelling. They do make a huge difference to the cleanliness of your teeth. I also use 2 different sizes of TePe brushes as I don't have gaps between my teeth. You won't regret making the change.

Yes, another electric toothbrush convert here, also with bridge work, crowns and fillings. I bought one that flashes a red light if you press too hard, and it also has a gentle function for gum massaging. My dentist recommended it and is very pleased that things have improved since I started using it.

I had some implants done on my upper teeth and the dentist recommended using an electric tooth brush. Wonderful and its improved my lower teeth which are made up of crowns and a little bridge. But I just cannot get my husband to use one. Bought it in Boots on a special offer, collected loads of extra points and now how enough to buy a spare pack of heads.

I too have electric toothbrush, had to experiment with a few as some a bit chunkier than others handle wise (arthritis in hands make it tricky) but they do a good job, quickly too.

I had splashed out on a Phillips Diamond one it was rubbish at 200 quid..........they were rubbish with customer support too, so can't recommend that one. Oral B seems fine and I have a back up battery one in case I have to go into hospital, stashed in my grab bag. I think it was a tenner.

I wish I had had one years ago. The difference is astonishing.

I invested in a good one ( half price in Boots )

Re fillings falling out....I have never felt afraid of using my electric toothbrush and I have a mouth full of fillings ! The dentist told me that if a filling is dislodged it was loose anyway. You are more likely to break a tooth on Granola cereals or a hard sweet than your toothbrush.

Since using an electric toothbrush, my teeth have been in much better condition. I have a bridge, crowns and implants, and they have been fine. I would definitely recommend using one.

I have one; I bought it last year from Lidl, along with a supply of heads. It has a three year guarantee. I didn't want to spend a lot on one in case I couldn't get on with it, but it's very good and doesn't seem to do any damage to my teeth. I have a crown, and gaps at the back on one side. It has two speeds and a gum massaging setting. They stock the head's regularly but if and when I can't get them anymore, I’ll buy a better one. My DS tried it once when he was staying and said it didn't seem to be any different to the one he had that cost him four times as much. DH, for some reason, cannot be persuaded to use it - won't even give it a go out of curiosity! It is a bit annoying when it runs out of charge mid brushing, but I should get into the habit of putting it on charge more often.

Hi Charleygirl. I have a gold filling from the 1960s and a crown from way back then. They seemed to make things to last in those days. I'm off to brush my teeth with the electric toothbrush feeling reassured but any more experiences would be appreciated.

I also have a rechargeable toothbrush and I notice the difference using an ordinary brush when I am waiting for my electric brush to recharge. I would not be without it now and like many others, I have many fillings and 2 crowns. Some of my gold fillings have been in since the mid sixties so my electric toothbrush has not dislodged anything. My mouth feels cleaner and fresher.

I get my replacement heads from Amazon under their "subscribe and save " offer. This gives you a discount and regular new heads every 3 months - no forgetting to replace.
I love my electric toothbrush and use one made for sensitive teeth that is gentle but thorough.

Have been using one for years and never need to go to the hygienist as it cleans my teeth so well. I have a mouth full of fillings and 4 crowns. I think that the dentists in my younger days felt that they had to do at least one filling a visit.

I've been using one since 1975. Haven't got many teeth left but that was not due to the tooth rush! I think they are excellent.

Another electric toothbrush user here, I've used one for years and have very few problems with my teeth. Other than the ones caused in the past by bad dentists!

They are quite expensive, but you really only need a basic rechargeable one. At this time of year they are often heavily discounted in price. The new heads can be expensive, so I buy mine when they are also on offer.

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My electric toothbrush flashes a red light if I press too hard on my teeth. I have a crown, implant and fillings and they all stay in place whilst cleaning. A few years ago I realised the importance of looking after my teeth as I got older and it seems to be paying off.

When I saw the Hygenest recently he advised using the -all plastic- TePes called Easypick to clean between my teeth (bought in Boots) he said they are gentler on the teeth and fillings than the brush ones. They seem to be working and the come with a cute little plastic box.

I have been using a rechargeable toothbrush for a few years now and when I saw the hygienist last week she said 'keep up the good work'. I have lots of fillings and a bridge.

I would recommend buying one. Mine cost about £20 about three years ago and is showing signs of wear. (It has had new heads)

No problems here with electric toothbrushes. All fillings and crown remain intact. Our dentist recommends them. The trick is to just hold the brush against the tooth, don't exert pressure. If you are worried wait until you next see a dentist or hygienist and they will talk you through the technique and reassure you.

I use a grown ups battery toothbrush and have for ages. It hasn't dislodged any fillings up to now. Most dentists advise electric toothbrushes and wouldn't if they were likely to dislodge anything.

I feel the same!!! lol.

Good idea though to try a child's electric brush.