Ranking of the best toothbrushes for 2020

All kinds of toothbrushes can be found on store shelves - classic, electric, with different levels and directions of bristles, with carbon spraying. They all have their own advantages and disadvantages in application. And the most important common disadvantage is that none of them will properly brush their teeth in the most difficult-to-reach places, for example, the gaps between the teeth at their base. But the brushes do an excellent job with this task, although initially they were intended only for cleaning teeth with braces.

What is a toothbrush

The appearance of toothbrushes differs from ordinary household ones only in their very modest size and thin bristles. The device has not yet found active distribution in our country, so many people do not even know about its existence. However, the demand for them is still gradually increasing. Therefore, one cannot fail to notice their effectiveness in cleaning the most inaccessible places, whitening and preventing tartar and caries. Some people argue that flossing can do just that well. However, it is not. Brushing your teeth has huge advantages over flossing.

Advantages and disadvantages

The gaps between the teeth can be of different widths. And if in a narrow space the thread copes well with its task, then in wider areas the cleaning efficiency is low, since the thread simply dangles between the walls of the teeth. In addition, it is convenient to floss only the incisors, and food debris accumulates between the chewing teeth. With the help of a thread, these areas cannot be cleaned well. Subsequently, diseases such as caries, periodontitis, tartar and others may appear.

Also, the thread is not able to clean the bases of the chewing teeth in the crevices due to the peculiarities of their structure. They have a curved shape. Therefore, the floss is suitable exclusively for cleaning the gaps between the anterior incisors, and for the large posterior teeth, a brush is more effective.

An equally important advantage of the brush is its safety in use. With a thread it is very easy to cut the gum with just one wrong movement. With a brush, with what intensity do not brush your teeth - it is impossible to get hurt. This is because the bristles of the fixture are made of soft nylon, which effectively cleans interdental spaces without injury.

The most popular toothbrushes are among people with braces installed. That's why they were designed. No other toothbrush compares to it in terms of efficiency. It is also recommended to use a toothbrush for cleaning teeth and in the presence of other orthodontic and orthopedic devices in the oral cavity.

• thorough cleaning of hard-to-reach areas;
• it is convenient to use even if there are braces, crowns, bridges and implants in the oral cavity;
• massage effect on the gums, which improves blood circulation;
• prevention of bad breath, caries, dark plaque from cigarettes and coffee.

• the brush requires frequent replacement;
• poor assortment;
• selection of the desired bristle diameter is possible only by trial and error.

Features:

An oral hygiene device can differ in the shape of the handle, thickness, length, rigidity and density of bristles, which can be fixed to a metal or plastic base. Iron wire is, of course, more reliable than plastic. However, there are people with increased sensitivity of teeth to metals.

You can buy a hygiene item not only in a pharmacy, but also in a regular or online store. Most often, there are whole sets of several toothbrushes on sale or one handle with several brush attachments. The sets are different. They can contain devices of the same size and thickness of the bristles or different specimens from each other. The shape of the holder can be straight or curved, with an angle of inclination of 90 degrees. The curvature of the handle allows the posterior chewing teeth to be cleaned without difficulty. The bristles themselves can also be different - cylindrical or conical.

For the first time, it is better to purchase a set with different brushes. This will allow you to choose the most suitable size for yourself.

The brush becomes unusable faster than a toothbrush. This is primarily due to the softer and thinner bristles. Manufacturers recommend changing the device once every 1-3 weeks. It depends on the quality of the device and the frequency of its use. You can understand that the brush needs to be changed by reducing the hardness and efficiency of cleaning the tooth surface.

Review of the best manufacturers

Although toothbrushes were recently invented, they are starting to gain popularity. Therefore, many companies began to produce them. However, the most sold were copies from such well-known companies as Colgate, Oral-b, Lacalut, President, Curaprox. After reviewing the rating of the best dental brushes, it will become much easier to choose the most suitable option for yourself.

Oral-B Interdental Starter Kit

In the field of oral hygiene products, it is the most famous brand. The company produces a whole line of dental brushes, which includes sets, holders, replaceable heads. The set includes:

• holder;
• replaceable cylindrical brush nozzle;
• replaceable conical brush nozzle.

For oral hygiene with wide interdental spaces, braces, bridges and other appliances, the cylindrical nozzle is ideal. But for narrow and hard-to-reach areas, a tapered brush works best.

The manufacturer did a great job on the design and ergonomics of the holder. It is very easy to brush your teeth with it even in the most distant places. There is no need to change it. Which also allows you to save your budget. After the attachments from the kit fail, it is enough to buy another set of 6 brush attachments.

Estimated cost - 250 rubles.

• 2 nozzles of different shapes;
• excellent equipment to start using this hygiene item;
• acceptable price tag;
• ergonomic holder;
• can be used with braces.

• brush heads quickly deteriorate;
• in the presence of very narrow interdental spaces, the cleaning efficiency is reduced.

Colgate Total (2, 4, 5mm)

The kit is suitable for cleaning orthodontic appliances. The set includes nozzles with different bristle thicknesses, so that any gaps between teeth, as well as braces, bridges and other structures will always be perfectly clean.

A brush head with 2 mm bristles is best for cleaning interdental spaces. And thicker bristles - 4 and 5 mm will remove all food debris from braces, bridges, dentures.
The manufacturer also produces a set containing 3 nozzles with bristles of the same thickness of 2 mm.

The attachments here have a small drip-shaped handle so they can be used even without a holder.To do this, you just need to grasp the curved droplet with your thumb and forefinger. However, the farthest chewing teeth are still more convenient to clean with a holder.

The holder is also a storage for the attachment. To do this, insert the brush back into it. It is very convenient for travel enthusiasts as well as for people with braces installed. The foldable toothbrush doesn't take up much space. And the oral cavity will remain clean and healthy under any circumstances. You can even take such a device with you on a visit.

Estimated cost - 230 rubles.

• good equipment;
• different thickness of bristles in the attachments;
• compact size;
• non-slip handle;
• folds up;
• convenient to take with you on the road;
• acceptable price;
• can be used to clean braces.

• the base of the brush, on which the bristles are fixed, bends very easily and quickly fails.

Lacalut Interdental

The credibility of the German company Lacalut as a manufacturer of oral care products is high not only among ordinary consumers, but also among dental specialists. The company produces familiar to everyone: toothpastes, brushes, threads, rinses. There are also interdental brushes in the range of its products.

Quality nylon bristles are attached to a wire made of medical grade alloy. In addition, the wire itself has a plastic coating that completely eliminates metal contact with the surface of teeth and crowns, which prevents the accumulation and discharge of static electricity and the appearance of unpleasant sensations. The company produces 4 versions of kits, each of which contains 5 copies. Kits differ from each other in diameter. The spread of this value is within 2-4 mm.

Brushes have a cylindrical shape and are closed with a transparent plastic cap. The working part of the tool is attached to the handle. The length of the handle itself can be increased by attaching the removed cap to it.

Depending on some individual characteristics of the user, the size of the bristles is also important. For cleaning the interdental space, sizes S and XS are more suitable, if the teeth are covered with braces, then sizes M and L are used. Multiple sets will allow you to achieve ideal cleaning results.

• good cleaning efficiency;
• choice by the length of the bristles;
• suitability for cleaning teeth with braces;
• the presence of five pieces in the kit;
• the presence of a cap-holder.

• copies wear out quickly;
• not very comfortable handle.

Travel set Curaprox CPS 457

The complete set of products of this brand contains 4 removable brushes of different diameters, a handle-holder and a compact travel case.

The handle has a well thought out ergonomic shape. The combination of this shape with non-slip plastic makes it convenient for brushing teeth in the most inaccessible parts of the mouth. The reliability of the attachment of removable nozzles with the holder is signaled by a characteristic click.

The base for the nylon bristles is medical alloy wire. Silicone spraying on the bristles allows cleaning without traumatizing the gums.

To prevent the growth of bacteria, ventilation holes are made in the travel case, which eliminates the formation of high humidity. The case is equipped with slots for each individual attachment in the kit.

• high quality product;
• the presence of a comfortable handle;
• 4 different attachments;
• convenient case for storage and movement;
• beautiful stylish design.

• high price of goods

PresiDent Soft sticks

The products of this brand have established themselves as an excellent tool for cleaning the interdental space and teeth equipped with braces, crowns and bridges.

The design of the brushes does not contain metal parts, and the bristles themselves are soft, so they are safe for the gums and do not cause unpleasant sensations when they come into contact with the dental crowns with the arches of the bracket systems.

One set contains 1 container for storage and 20 pieces of brushes, which are enough for a fairly long period of time.

• compactness;
• ease of use in conditions of narrow interdental gaps;
• lack of metal parts;
• low price in terms of one unit of the set.

• rapid wear;
• insufficient handle length.

R.O.C.S. Minis

The company from the USA with its production covers the entire range of oral care products for children and adults. The manufacture and sale of toothbrushes is also included in their production cycles.

Minis brushes have been designed in accordance with the TSR-1010 technology. R.O.C.S. kit Minis contains 10 of them. They do an excellent job of darkening, staining from coffee and tobacco. The diameter of the working part is 4 mm. Cleaning of corrective systems and dental implants also raises no objections.

• good performance when cleaning interdental gaps and systems for bite correction;
• reasonable price for 10 units in one set.

• inapplicability for cleaning narrow gaps between teeth.

Plackers Interdental Mix

If the user has not yet decided on the best brush size for himself, the use of products from Plackers Interdental Mix will help him figure it out. 6 items in one set have different bristle sizes. 0.4 to 1.1 mm. Wearers of braces may need to use the entire set, as different areas covered by braces may require different bristle sizes.

The product is equipped with a comfortable long plastic handle, and the rod with bristles is movable and flexible, which contributes to a more thorough cleaning of teeth in any part of the oral cavity. Using this brush will not harm your gums. Synthetic bristles are soft, yet strong enough. The manufacturer also took care of the bright design of the product. The brush is equipped with a removable cap, which is convenient for using the tool outside the home.

• a variety of sizes in one set;
• convenience when cleaning braces;
• long plastic handle;
• head on a flexible rod;
• removable cap;
• low price tag.

• the kit contains only one;
• not always on sale.

TeRe

The product line from this company contains 3 series of brushes. Their differences lie in design solutions. Each design in the series has a choice in size:

• TePe Original has a straight head position and a short holder. The bristles here are of medium hardness. The series is presented in 9 sizes.
• TePe Extra soft. Here, too, a straight head and a short holder, but the bristles are noticeably softer. The size selection consists of 6 options.
• TePe Angle. The difference in this design is the convenient location of the head and long handle. There are 6 sizes to choose from.

All designs are applicable for both brushing your teeth and braces. Here you can lengthen the short handle by attaching a removable cap to it.

• silicone coating of the rod guarantees safety of use;
• the handle has a comfortable ergonomic shape and a non-slip surface;
• the choice of head tilt and the size of the bristles makes it possible to choose the best option for cleaning the dentition;
• each color of the product corresponds to its specific size, which makes it easier to choose.

• there is no information about the shortcomings.

It should be noted that the brush is not an alternative to a toothbrush or floss. All of these tools are designed to complement each other. Where a brush and a brush cannot cope, a thread will come in handy, and vice versa. The combined use of products can provide perfect care. This means that the oral cavity will be healthy, and the teeth will sparkle with cleanliness.