We’ve talked before about the differences between electric and manual toothbrushes, but manufacturers are constantly coming up with new special features. All Coast Dental treats patients with a variety of needs, and it’s possible that some of them might benefit from the smart phone apps now being programmed.
Manual toothbrushes require users to brush for two whole minutes twice a day. People who do so get the same result as electric toothbrush users, but most people do not brush nearly that much. Of course, for people with disabilities who are unable to brush normally, an electric toothbrush may be worth it. Some of the apps provide feedback on how long a patient has been brushing, which parts of their mouth they frequently miss, and whether they ought to adjust the toothbrush’s settings.
There are also a number of apps meant to develop healthy habits in children. Some apps allow them to play video games while they brush, in order to get them to do it longer. Others provide a reward system or an educational video. Whether these apps are useful depends a lot on the user, but they could potentially be a big help for parents who have had difficulty getting their children to brush normally.
Drs. Julie and Joseph Boulos operate All Coast Dental at 2180 Garnet Ave, Suite 1-K, Pacific Beach, California, 92109. To schedule an appointment, call 858-270-4904 or visit AllCoastDental.net and fill out a contact sheet.
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