I am 27 years old, had regular check-ups and cleanings pretty much
since my teen years (6-12 months on average). Teeth have been ok thus
far, but genetic wise have wear gums and lots of tarter built up (On
the other hand, only had one cavity thus far). I see that my gums
recede, and while my dentist did not indicate that it was a problem
yet, he did suggest that I don't brush hard. I am already using soft
toothbrushes. He recommended an electronic toothbrush, but I haven't
had a chance to look at the one he recommended.
For the receding gums, to prevent that besides cleaning and flossing,
which tooth brush - electronic or not would you recommend?
Thanks!
Amatus Cremona - 24 Oct 2007 12:26 GMT
The recession is from abfraction. If your dentist does not understand this
concept refer him here.

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>I am 27 years old, had regular check-ups and cleanings pretty much
> since my teen years (6-12 months on average). Teeth have been ok thus
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> Thanks!
Zzzdentist@dentalminds.com - 26 Oct 2007 08:55 GMT
On Oct 23, 10:36 pm, george.bozo...@gmail.com wrote:
> For the receding gums, to prevent that besides cleaning and flossing,
> which tooth brush - electronic or not would you recommend?
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> Thanks!
I hear that the Oral-B electrics are pretty good, and they have some
research to back them up. Philips Sonicare is also a good electric
toothbrush, but the replacement heads are a little pricey.
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me@privacy.net - 26 Oct 2007 16:00 GMT
>I hear that the Oral-B electrics are pretty good, and they have some
>research to back them up.
I've always had Oral B units..... but my last one it
seemed as if the rechargeable battery didn't last very
long!!
That is.... seemed like it got to the point where it
wouldn't had much of a charge early on in its life
Anyone else notice or have this problem?
JimSocal - 29 Oct 2007 21:44 GMT
>>I hear that the Oral-B electrics are pretty good, and they have some
>>research to back them up.
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>Anyone else notice or have this problem?
Ive had 2 Oral B units, each one lasted about 2 years or more.
Well worth it.
Buy the middle or top of the line, not the cheaper one. We bought the
middle one.