What’s your process like for choosing your toothbrush? Do you look for a color you like and the details end there? How about your toothpaste? Does the flavor rule the decision or are you focused on its extra benefits, such as whitening or tartar control? Then there’s dental floss – there are simply so many options. First, if you are purchasing products and brushing and flossing every day, you’re already deserving of applause. However, we encourage you to consider details regarding purchases to make sure the products you’re using are offering you the greatest advantages for effective dental hygiene.

Choosing Toothbrushes

How to choose a toothbrush for daily dental hygiene? It’s simple. First, to make sure you’re choosing something that has been tested for its efficacy, look for the American Dental Association (ADA) approval seal. This applies to all oral care products (including toothpaste and floss). After that, consider the following:

• Always choose soft bristles. Anything firmer may damage your enamel and gum tissue.
• Always buy a replacement toothbrush within three months.

Choosing Toothpaste

Of course, toothpaste flavor is important – if you enjoy the way it tastes, it’s easier to want to brush your teeth for effective dental hygiene. However, you should also consider some significant points, including:

• Don’t choose a toothpaste that is abrasive – it can scratch your tooth’s outermost layer (enamel).
• Do choose toothpaste with fluoride, which keeps teeth strong and protects against cavity formation.
• Do choose a toothpaste that has extra features that you like, such as teeth whitening.

Choosing Dental Floss

Fortunately, this is quite simple. Choose whatever you like, while considering the following suggestions:

• Do you have sensitive gums? You might like wider floss the best.
• Do you have difficulty getting the floss between your teeth? Waxed may be better than unwaxed for you.