Power Toothbrushes

One of the most significant developments in plaque removal has been the revitalization of automatic toothbrushes. Even though these products have been available for many years, it was not until the 1990s that they became a mainstay of client self-care recommendations and a primary preventive tool.

A wide selection of automated brushes is currently in the marketplace. These products vary in relation to brush head configuration and size, mechanism of action, and speed, as well as overall design. Additionally, a brush may have convenience features such as timers. Table I (PDF file) highlights automatic toothbrushes currently available at retail and Table II (PDF file) highlights main study findings.