"She ended up going back to a manual brush with a thicker, ergonomic handle instead."
That's interesting... I had a similar experience myself. I'm in my early 70s now, and while I initially loved the electric toothbrush (felt like a mini spa for my teeth, haha), I eventually found it a bit awkward to handle. It wasn't the battery life for me—more the bulkiness and vibration that started to bother my wrist after a while.
I switched back to a manual brush with a comfy grip, and honestly, it's been great. Feels like I have more control, and it's easier on my joints. But I do wonder if there are lighter electric models out there now? Maybe something specifically designed for older hands or sensitive wrists would be helpful. Might be worth checking out next time I'm at the store.
Either way, you're right—everyone's different, and what works perfectly for one person might not be ideal for another. Glad your mom found something comfortable!
I totally get what you mean about the vibration being uncomfortable after a while. My dentist recommended an electric brush last year, and I gave it a shot, but honestly... it made me a bit anxious. Felt like I couldn't control the pressure properly, and my gums got irritated.
Exactly this! Does anyone know if those sonic brushes are gentler or easier to manage? I've heard mixed things and don't wanna waste money again."Feels like I have more control, and it's easier on my joints."
I've tried both electric and sonic brushes, and honestly, the sonic ones felt a bit gentler to me. The vibration is more subtle—less of that intense buzzing feeling. But it still took some getting used to, especially with pressure control.
Totally relatable... I found that holding the brush lightly and letting it do its thing helped a lot. Maybe see if you can borrow one from family or something before committing?"Felt like I couldn't control the pressure properly, and my gums got irritated."
Did you find the sonic brushes easier on sensitive gums overall? I switched from electric to sonic a while back, and at first my gums felt kinda raw too. Took me about two weeks to adjust—now it's fine, but definitely a learning curve...
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, sonic brushes weren't great for my sensitive gums. I gave one a solid month trial, thinking it'd get better, but it always felt kinda harsh—like it was vibrating too aggressively or something. Ended up switching back to a basic soft-bristle manual brush, and it's been way gentler overall. Plus, manuals are way cheaper to replace regularly, which is a nice bonus if you're budget-conscious like me. Maybe sonic brushes work better for some people after an adjustment period, but personally, I didn't see enough improvement to justify the cost or discomfort.
