"Turns out she just forgot to plug it in."
Haha, relatable...my dad had a similar moment with his electric toothbrush. He kept insisting it was broken, but he'd accidentally toggled it into some weird travel-lock mode. Took me a good 15 minutes of troubleshooting to figure that one out. Manuals definitely simplify things for older folks, but I still think electrics have their perks if they're easy enough to operate. Glad your grandma's brush survived the scare!
Haha, those travel-lock modes are sneaky—I spent ages once trying to figure out why mine wouldn't start up too. Honestly though, electrics can be a lifesaver for older folks if you find the right one. My mom switched to electric after years of manual brushing and her dentist noticed a huge improvement at her last checkup. She was skeptical at first (and yeah, there was a learning curve), but now she swears by it.
I agree manuals are simpler, no doubt. But I've also seen plenty of older people struggle with arthritis or limited mobility, and that's where electric brushes really shine. The key is keeping it simple—no flashy screens or complicated settings. Just a good old-fashioned on/off button does the trick.
Glad your grandma's brush was okay after all that drama...sounds like she has a good support team around!
My orthodontist actually recommended electric brushes when I got braces, and honestly, it made a huge difference. Agree that simpler is better—my first one had way too many modes and I barely used any of them. Switched to a basic model with just an on/off button and haven't looked back. For older folks especially, less fuss means they're more likely to stick with it...and consistency is key for dental health.
Totally agree with keeping it simple. I've seen patients overwhelmed by fancy brushes that look like spaceship controls... honestly, fewer buttons usually means less anxiety for everyone involved (including me, lol). Electric brushes definitely help older folks keep consistent, especially if they have arthritis or dexterity issues. Glad your orthodontist recommended one—it really can make a difference long-term.
"fewer buttons usually means less anxiety for everyone involved (including me, lol)."
Haha, totally get this! When our orthodontist suggested an electric brush for my daughter, I was skeptical at first—worried she'd get overwhelmed by all the buzzing and buttons. But we picked one with just a single button and clear instructions, and it's been a breeze ever since. She actually enjoys brushing now (never thought I'd say that...). Glad to hear it's helping older folks too; simplicity really does make life easier for everyone.
