Oral b extra soft

An extra-soft toothbrush can clean teeth and the gumline with less brushing pressure, making it useful when gums are tender or easily irritated.

An extra-soft toothbrush has closely packed, flexible filaments designed to bend at the gumline. The brand name does not determine whether it suits you; filament softness, head size, handle control, and technique matter.

Gum injury commonly comes from forceful horizontal scrubbing or a poorly controlled brush. Effective cleaning uses gentle short movements that reach the junction between tooth and gum.

Use a small amount of fluoride toothpaste and angle the filaments toward the gumline. Brush the outer, inner, and chewing surfaces with light pressure, then clean between teeth with floss or an interdental brush when appropriate.

Replace the brush when the bristles splay or after the interval recommended by the manufacturer. An electric brush with a pressure sensor may help if you tend to press hard.

See a dentist or hygienist for bleeding that persists, gum recession, loose teeth, swelling, or pain despite gentle cleaning.

A professional can identify plaque, calculus, gum disease, an abrasive habit, or a tooth position that requires a different cleaning aid.

Ask Are my gums bleeding because of inflammation, brushing force, or both? Which head size and interdental aid fit my teeth? Can you show me the pressure and angle to use?