Which Toothbrush is Really Better - Manual or Electric?

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With all the bells and whistles and hundreds of toothbrushes on the market, you've got to wonder, which is really the best toothbrush to buy - manual or electric? According to the Academy of General Dentistry, the best toothbrush that you can buy is the one that you will actually use. That's it. Yes, it's really that simple. While both electric and manual toothbrushes have some pros and cons, the bottom line is which one you will use. The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes. If you're not sure which type of toothbrush you would use the most, I have provided some pros and cons of both: Manual Toothbrush: Pros Inexpensive Most have an easy grip handle Some come with a tongue scraper Easy to travel with Cons No built in timer to tell you when two minutes are up Can be difficult for some people to hold onto firmly Electric Toothbrushes Pros Most have larger ergonomic handles Some have built in timers that let you know when you have brushed for a full two minutes The feel and buzzing of an electric toothbrush feels good to a lot of people Some electric toothbrushes dispense toothpaste Cons Some electric toothbrushes can be quite expensive Most electric toothbrushes require charging or battery replacement