What kind of toothbrush is best?

Dentists are often asked what is the best type of toothbrush. A small-headed brush with a comfortable handle is best. The bristles should be a mixture of long and short and arranged at different angles.The bristles should also be soft and round-ended.

Power brushes that rotate and oscillate have been shown to remove more plaque than manual brushes in the short term. They have also reduced gingivitis in studies over 3 months.