Your toothbrush??

fwan · May 17, 2005

I just bought an electric toothbursh which is on sale by Philips.
I was wondering if it is any better than the normal toothbrushes.
My orthodontist told me it was better for my braces, now my teeth feel alot smoother after trying it out.

But i want your opinion.

jennyr · May 17, 2005

I have been using electric toothbrushes for several years and I like them much better. But when I travel I carry a spare normal one in case the bettery runs down or hte charger won't work.

katspixiedust · May 17, 2005

I've never used an electronic toothbrush, though I always wanted one when I was younger. I'd say that if your orthodontist told you it was better, he's probably right.

musicobsession · May 17, 2005

I used an electric one when I was younger but I always had the problem of just brushing normally with it, and I'm not sure you're really supposed to do that hahaha So I just use the normal El Cheapo ones without any frills hehe

coolcat · May 17, 2005

Boring and Normal here!

rosiemac · May 17, 2005

I use a Braun electric toothbrush, and my dentist said their better, plus i can feel a difference

twofatcats · May 17, 2005

I didn't answer the poll, as I use both. I often use the electric one at night but a normal one when I brush after other meals. Though I like the results of the electric one better, I hate the mess it makes. I have a small mouth and can't move that brush around where it needs to go and still keep my mouth totally shut, so it makes a mess all over the basin, the counter, the mirror. And I hate housecleaning! Once a day is enough!

graykittenlove · May 17, 2005

I use a normal tooth brush I tried an electric but it didn't seem to get my teeth as clean however I've been wanting try the water pic or whatever they're called but I want to run it by my dentist first.

cheeseface · May 17, 2005

I use a normal toothbrush. I think it's funny how much they have "advanced" over the years though; even the normal ones. We have all these toothbrushes with super rubberized non-slip and ergonomically enchanced grips.

What happened?... were people dropping toothbrushes left and right without these advancements? Were toothbrushes flying out of peoples hands because they couldn't hold onto them? Why don't they make grips like this on a high performance motorcycle or a hang glider or something?

Obviously, companies were just trying to keep toothbrushes interesting so we would buy more. It works.

katspixiedust · May 17, 2005

Originally Posted by Hydroaxe

I use a normal toothbrush. I think it's funny how much they have "advanced" over the years though; even the normal ones. We have all these toothbrushes with super rubberized non-slip and ergonomically enchanced grips.

What happened?... were people dropping toothbrushes left and right without these advancements? Were toothbrushes flying out of peoples hands because they couldn't hold onto them? Why don't they make grips like this on a high performance motorcycle or a hang glider or something?

Obviously, companies were just trying to keep toothbrushes interesting so we would buy more. It works.

Sadly, it definitely works! Everytime I'm in need of a toothbrush I find myself saying, "But this one that's a whole dollar more is pink and it's so much prettier than that one!"

I always leave the store mocking myself for being such a loser! It's ONLY a toothbrush for heaven's sake! Who cares if it matches the bathroom!!!

fwan · May 17, 2005

lol well, the cheapo toothbrushes make my gums bleed alot, and the childrens one dont but they dont seem to get my teeth as clean..
so we will see about the electric one.
i dont remember using it when i was in australia though

cheeseface · May 17, 2005

Originally Posted by katspixiedust

Sadly, it definitely works! Everytime I'm in need of a toothbrush I find myself saying, "But this one that's a whole dollar more is pink and it's so much prettier than that one!"

I always leave the store mocking myself for being such a loser! It's ONLY a toothbrush for heaven's sake! Who cares if it matches the bathroom!!!

Yeah. I wish the tape job on my $400 bats were that nice!

ugaimes · May 17, 2005

My toothbrush is a Crest Spinbrush, so I said it's electric, even if it's not that high tech. Sadly, I do not use the Spinbrush action; every time I turned it on, toothpast would shoot out of my mouth as I was brushing, getting white marks all over my clothes

. So I have this big, bulky battery-operated toothbrush and I don't even take advantage of it's special features. Harumph!

cazx01 · May 17, 2005

i have a normal toothbrush, though i did used to have a electronic one.

caprice · May 17, 2005

Electric toothbrush here. I notice I have fewer cavities and it cost less when I go to the dentist for a cleaning. No more deep cleanings! I really think they work great!

misscharlotte · May 17, 2005

I've only ever used a regular toothbrush. I have wondered if the electric ones are better and worth the money. Anyone see the "NEW" brush that also cleans your tongue? Guess this model will improve everyone's smelly breath too?

tari · May 17, 2005

Originally Posted by Hydroaxe

I use a normal toothbrush. I think it's funny how much they have "advanced" over the years though; even the normal ones. We have all these toothbrushes with super rubberized non-slip and ergonomically enchanced grips.

What happened?... were people dropping toothbrushes left and right without these advancements? Were toothbrushes flying out of peoples hands because they couldn't hold onto them? Why don't they make grips like this on a high performance motorcycle or a hang glider or something?

Obviously, companies were just trying to keep toothbrushes interesting so we would buy more. It works.

Maybe it was carpal tunnel syndrome from the repetitive tooth brushing!

I put electric. I have the Oral B battery-operated one. I don't know if it makes a big difference medically, but my teeth feel a lot cleaner to nme than with a regular one. I love it so much, I bought an extra one to travel with and keep spare batteries in my travel kit. (I travel a lot.)

kellyyfaber · May 17, 2005

I've tried electric toothbrushes but they tickle my gums and lips

I've never been able to use one. I do buy fancy normal ones, though. I'm a sucker for flashy packaging and bright colors

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me-n-my guys · May 17, 2005

Originally Posted by Hydroaxe

I use a normal toothbrush. I think it's funny how much they have "advanced" over the years though; even the normal ones. We have all these toothbrushes with super rubberized non-slip and ergonomically enchanced grips.

What happened?... were people dropping toothbrushes left and right without these advancements? Were toothbrushes flying out of peoples hands because they couldn't hold onto them? Why don't they make grips like this on a high performance motorcycle or a hang glider or something?

Obviously, companies were just trying to keep toothbrushes interesting so we would buy more. It works.

I still like the old fashioned style- the new ones are so big, they won't fit in the toothbrush holder!! Not to mention they look like torture devices to anyone with sensitive teeth!
Just a normal straight brush & a Waterpic & I'm happy.

savethekitties · May 17, 2005

I use an electric one and apparently so does Don as it sometimes has grey kitty hairs on it and he has very clean teeth

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