Is an electric toothbrush better for gum disease than a regular toothbrush?
Posted by : Dr.Silve Stephen
Yes. Studies have shown that a good electric toothbrush reduced plaque by 11% and symptoms of gingivitis and periodontal disease by 6%. “Brushes with a rotation oscillation action removed plaque and reduced gingivitis more effectively than manual brushes in the short term and reduced gingivitis scores in studies over 3 months.” ² In our office,