Yeah, patience is key for sure. I remember when I switched to electric—it felt like my gums were vibrating for days, haha. But now I can't imagine going back...my dentist says my gums look way healthier too, so it's worth the initial weirdness.
"I remember when I switched to electric—it felt like my gums were vibrating for days, haha."
Haha, totally relate to that vibrating gums feeling...thought I was brushing with a mini jackhammer at first. Took me a good week or two to get used to it, but now it's second nature. My dentist also mentioned my gums looking better, so seems like there's something to it.
My dad, though, he's in his late 70s and still swears by his trusty manual brush. Says the electric ones feel too "fancy" for him. But honestly, I think if he gave it a fair shot he'd probably notice a difference too. Maybe I'll gift him one for his birthday and see if he converts...or if he just gives me the side-eye again, lol.
Either way, seems like patience really is key—especially for older folks who might be set in their ways. Glad you stuck with it!
But honestly, I think if he gave it a fair shot he'd probably notice a difference too. Maybe I'll gift him one for his birthday and see if he converts...or if he just gives me the side-eye again, lol.
Haha, I get where your dad's coming from. I'm in my early 70s and was pretty skeptical myself at first—felt like brushing with a power tool! But after my dentist explained how the electric brush does most of the work for you, especially helpful if your hands aren't as steady as they used to be, I gave it another shot. Took it slow, started on the lowest setting, and gradually got comfortable. Now I wouldn't go back...maybe your dad just needs a gentle nudge (and some patience). Good luck!
I was skeptical too, especially since I always thought manual brushing was good enough. But my hygienist kept gently reminding me about spots I was missing, so I finally caved and tried electric. Honestly, it took a bit to get used to the buzzing feeling, but now my teeth feel cleaner overall. Wondering though—does anyone else find certain brands or brush heads easier to handle for arthritis? Some seem kinda bulky...
I've had quite a few patients mention the same thing—electric brushes can feel bulky, especially if arthritis is an issue. Some brands definitely have slimmer handles or ergonomic grips that help a lot. Oral-B tends to have slightly thinner handles compared to Sonicare, and they offer rubberized grips that make them easier to hold onto. I've also heard good things about Quip brushes—they're pretty lightweight and slim, though they don't have as many bells and whistles as the bigger brands.
Another tip I've shared with patients is to look into adaptive grips or handle sleeves. You can find them online or at pharmacies, and they slip right onto the brush handle to make gripping easier. One patient even told me she wrapped her handle with tennis racket grip tape—sounds funny, but hey, whatever works, right?
Glad you're noticing cleaner teeth overall. Electric brushes really do make a difference, especially in those tricky spots.
