How to choose your electric toothbrush?

The electric toothbrush has established new habits in French bathrooms! Moreover, we are seeing a clear increase in the popularity of accessories for taking care of your oral health . That said, there are so many models available that it is not always easy to know which one to choose… Find out in this article how to choose your future electric toothbrush!

Electric brushes are classified into 2 large families.

This model consists of a small circular head . Thanks to its rotating movements , this type of head easily cleans areas that are difficult to access with a manual brush. 

Oscillating-rotating brushes move your teeth either clockwise or counterclockwise. And this at a high speed: 10,000 oscillations in 1 minute or 40,000 pulsations in 1 minute! Suffice to say that this type of brushing is very effective against dental plaque !

On this model, the brush head resembles that seen on a manual toothbrush. 

A sonic toothbrush uses vibrations. These vibrations are transmitted to the bristles of the brush, which then reproduce the vertical movement of manual brushing. Except that there, your brushing prints on your teeth 31,000 to 40,000 micro-movements per minute. 👌 

This model eliminates dental plaque for a brighter smile and the feeling of smooth teeth! 

Furthermore, sonic electric brushes preserve your gums and the enamel of your teeth . According to a study conducted with more than 3,588 MyVariations customers, sonic technology is considered to be less aggressive compared to traditional manual or electric brushes.

Finally, the electric toothbrush encourages children to adopt better oral hygiene. 

Whether rotary or sonic , these brushes generally offer the possibility of changing the heads. The idea is simple: test different hairs. 

If you want to fight plaque, a model that helps whiten teeth is relevant. Indeed, allowing dental plaque to accumulate leads to its calcification and gives rise to tartar . 

If you accumulate too much tartar, you will need scaling performed by a dentist.

You will find simple brushes on the market (a brushing mode and a timer), and others that are more elaborate.

Between these two ranges, you will find other models at very varied prices. At the entry level, plan on a budget of around €25. The most sophisticated accessories are equipped with at least one powerful technology and can therefore require a budget ranging from €200 to more than €500 for certain state-of-the-art models.

Electric brushes sold between €45 and €70 constitute the majority of brushes sold, and generally the best value for money. 

In addition to functions, other parameters, such as the number of accessories, cause prices to vary.

Our advice: list the features you really need. 

To maintain good hygiene, we advise you to choose models on which you can attach several different head models. Depending on the heads, you will brush your teeth, gums or your tongue.

You will find toothbrushes with fixed and permanent heads on the market. They don't cost very much, but they run on disposable batteries, which is a real ecological problem.

You can opt for an electric brush with replaceable heads . If you are wondering how to select them, the answer is simple: use several models to meet the different needs of your mouth!

Remember: heads must be renewed every three months. Plan a budget of between 4 and 15 euros to change them.

Good to know: The MyVariations brand allows the recycling of the brush heads of its products.

Choosing the ideal product also means taking into account battery life . Models equipped with a rechargeable battery generally have an autonomy ranging from 7 days to 14 days depending on the model.

Our MyVariations brand offers an electric toothbrush with sonic vibrations that lasts for a full 30 days, with two two-minute brushings per day! 🙌

This allows you not to take up the charger when you are on the move. You also don't need to leave your brush constantly charging.

This “detail” significantly improves the battery life of your toothbrush. In fact, it is the repeated charging cycles that reduce its longevity. Furthermore, it has positive effects on the environment!

Some electric brushes have several modes of use . They can also be equipped with a pressure sensor that alerts you when the pressure on a tooth, gums or tongue is too strong. 

As for the brushing method, it is multiple and varies depending on the manufacturer. 

The MyVariations model offers 5 different ones:

• Clean
• Sensitive
• White
• Polish
• Massage

The motion sensor mode is fitted to high-end models which use Bluetooth technology and are linked to your smartphone. The objective? Follow and correct brushing!

Thanks to sensors (gyrometer, accelerometer, etc.) the brush is located in the mouth for instant guidance.

This system informs you of the level of cleanliness of your mouth. The slightest problem is reported!

A timer can, for example, notify you by a sound, a vibration or the stopping of the brush, that it is time to stop brushing . You no longer need to stare at the screen of your smartphone to calculate your two minutes!

The electric toothbrush entertains the little ones. Which is not the case with classic brushes! To encourage young people to adopt the reflexes guaranteeing good oral hygiene, manufacturers are competing in ingenuity. 👶

Brushes for children allow you to control the duration of brushing and check the level of cleanliness at the end of the regulation two minutes.

For your child, the brush head must be compact. This helps him brush all his teeth properly 🪥

Don't hesitate to choose a brush that makes fun sounds. This playful side encourages the child to take care of their teeth without you being on their back. 

For your baby, choose a rubber tip and place it on the tip of your finger. Don't use toothpaste! 

Oral health professionals do not recommend brushes with medium or hard bristles . They cause erosion of the enamel, which weakens the teeth. The gums are also attacked and retract, which can lead to tooth loss .

These hairs can also trigger or aggravate other problems such as gingivitis or periodontitis.

The soft bristles are able to go under the gum line and slip between the teeth. 

Concerning the handle, a few tests are enough to choose what suits you best. Both in terms of aesthetics and ergonomics. We recommend that you do not choose one that is too long.

Your toothbrush should fit well in your hand, without slipping, and without being too heavy. 

Here is a quick reminder of the different criteria to pay attention to when choosing your electric brush:

With all these tips, we are sure that you will make the best choice for you, and that your dentist will congratulate you at your next appointment!