{"id":47232,"date":"2022-07-27T02:38:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-27T00:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/electric-toothbrush-or-manual-toothbrush\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T01:52:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-12T23:52:45","slug":"electric-toothbrush-or-manual-toothbrush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/electric-toothbrush-or-manual-toothbrush\/","title":{"rendered":"Electric or Manual Toothbrush: which to Choose? 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}\nbody.single-post .dgva-card-fuchsia .dgva-btn:hover { background:#f5f5f5; }\nbody.single-post .dgva-card-gold { background:#EBC38C; }\nbody.single-post .dgva-card-gold h4, body.single-post .dgva-card-gold p { color:#2d2d2d; }\nbody.single-post .dgva-card-gold .dgva-btn { background:#2d2d2d; color:#fff; }\nbody.single-post .dgva-card-gold .dgva-btn:hover { background:#444; }\nbody.single-post .wp-block-list:not(.wp-block-columns .wp-block-list) { border-left:2px solid #c4707c; padding-left:30px; margin-left:30px; list-style:none; }\nbody.single-post .wp-block-list:not(.wp-block-columns .wp-block-list) li { margin-bottom:2px; padding-left:0; position:relative; }\nbody.single-post .wp-block-list:not(.wp-block-columns .wp-block-list) li::before { content:\"\\2022\"; color:#c4707c; font-weight:700; position:absolute; left:-14px; }\n@media (max-width:768px) { body.single-post .dgva-next-step-grid { grid-template-columns:1fr; } body.single-post .dgva-cta-praticien { flex-direction:column; text-align:center; } body.single-post .dgva-cta-praticien img { margin:0 auto; } body.single-post .dgva-cta-quiz h3 { font-size:22px; } body.single-post .dgva-cta-price .dgva-price { font-size:32px; } }\n<\/style>\n\n<p class=\"link\">Vous h\u00e9sitez entre brosse manuelle et \u00e9lectrique ? La bonne nouvelle: les deux peuvent bien fonctionner si la technique et la r\u00e9gularit\u00e9 sont au rendez-vous. La science montre toutefois un avantage mesurable aux brosses \u00e9lectriques pour r\u00e9duire plaque et gingivite, ce qui en fait un bon choix pour de nombreuses personnes, notamment si le contr\u00f4le de plaque est difficile ou si les <a href=\"\/gencives-qui-saignent\/\" class=\"link\">gencives sont sensibles<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns link has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-cd5b9243f4ba61eba89de3f5979eb389 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"color:#c4707c;background-color:#c4707d12\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"DGVA_blog_toc_heading\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#electrique-vs-manuelle-que-disent-les-preuves\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#electrique-vs-manuelle-que-disent-les-preuves\">Electric vs. Manual: What Does the Evidence Say?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#choisir-selon-votre-situation\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#choisir-selon-votre-situation\">Choosing According to Your Situation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#tete-brins-et-ergonomie-les-bons-reperes\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#tete-brins-et-ergonomie-les-bons-reperes\">Head, Bristles, and Ergonomics: Key Pointers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#technique-de-brossage-2-minutes-2-fois-par-jour\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#technique-de-brossage-2-minutes-2-fois-par-jour\">Brushing Technique: 2 Minutes, Twice a Day<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#completer-le-brossage-entre-dents-et-langue\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#completer-le-brossage-entre-dents-et-langue\">Completing Your Brushing: Between Teeth and Tongue<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#quand-remplacer-sa-brosse-sa-tete\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#quand-remplacer-sa-brosse-sa-tete\">When to Replace Your Brush \/ Brush Head?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#fluor-le-bon-reflexe-au-quotidien-suisse\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#fluor-le-bon-reflexe-au-quotidien-suisse\">Fluoride: The Right Daily Habit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#en-pratique-comment-trancher\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#en-pratique-comment-trancher\">In Practice: How to Decide?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#notre-accompagnement-a-Geneve\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#notre-accompagnement-a-Geneve\">Our Guidance in Geneva<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:80px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"electrique-vs-manuelle-que-disent-les-preuves\">Electric vs. Manual: What Does the Evidence Say?<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"link\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cochrane.org\/evidence\/CD002281_poweredelectric-toothbrushes-compared-manual-toothbrushes-maintaining-oral-health?\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cochrane.org\/evidence\/CD002281_poweredelectric-toothbrushes-compared-manual-toothbrushes-maintaining-oral-health?\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Cochrane reviews conclude<\/a> that electric toothbrushes reduce plaque more (\u2248 11% at 1\u20133 months; \u2248 21% after 3 months) and gingivitis (\u2248 6% at 1\u20133 months; \u2248 11% after 3 months) compared to manual ones. Oscillating-rotating models are often the best documented. In practice: they primarily help those who struggle to brush effectively, who wear braces, or who have gingivitis.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choisir-selon-votre-situation\">Choosing According to your Situation<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"49535\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-bebe-curaprox-ultra-souple-geneve.webp\" alt=\"Curaprox baby toothbrush with ultra-soft bristles, small head, and non-slip handle, suitable for first teeth.\" class=\"wp-image-49535\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-bebe-curaprox-ultra-souple-geneve.webp 700w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-bebe-curaprox-ultra-souple-geneve-240x300.webp 240w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-bebe-curaprox-ultra-souple-geneve-120x150.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Babies:<\/strong> ultra-soft, small head, and easy grip for parents<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full has-custom-border is-style-default\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"49541\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-enfant-curaprox-kids-souple-geneve-1.webp\" alt=\"Curaprox Kids toothbrush for children, compact head and soft bristles for gentle and effective brushing.\" class=\"wp-image-49541\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;border-radius:0px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-enfant-curaprox-kids-souple-geneve-1.webp 700w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-enfant-curaprox-kids-souple-geneve-1-240x300.webp 240w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-a-dents-enfant-curaprox-kids-souple-geneve-1-120x150.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Children<\/strong>: compact head and soft bristles to protect gums.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border is-style-default\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"875\" data-id=\"49553\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-monotouffe-orthodontie-curaprox-cs1006-geneve.webp\" alt=\"Curaprox CS 1006 single-tuft toothbrush, small tuft of filaments on a compact head for precise cleaning around brackets and along the orthodontic wire.\" class=\"wp-image-49553\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-monotouffe-orthodontie-curaprox-cs1006-geneve.webp 700w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-monotouffe-orthodontie-curaprox-cs1006-geneve-240x300.webp 240w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/brosse-monotouffe-orthodontie-curaprox-cs1006-geneve-120x150.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Single-tuft<\/strong>: precise cleaning of difficult areas (around brackets, under the wire) with micro-movements and light pressure.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"link\"><strong>Babies and Children:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/curaprox.ch\/fr\/brosses-a-dents\/brosses-a-dents-pour-bebes-et-enfants\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/curaprox.ch\/fr\/brosses-a-dents\/brosses-a-dents-pour-bebes-et-enfants\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Smaller head, easy-to-hold handle<\/a>. Autonomy develops around 6\u20137 years old (always under supervision). A simple guideline: if they can tie their shoelaces, they have the coordination to brush correctly.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"link\"><strong>Orthodontic Appliances (Braces):<\/strong> Opt for an <a href=\"https:\/\/curaprox.ch\/fr\/brosses-a-dents\/brosses-a-dents-specialisees\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/curaprox.ch\/fr\/brosses-a-dents\/brosses-a-dents-specialisees\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">orthodontic brush with a central groove<\/a> (which surrounds the brackets and goes around the wire) and supplement daily with interdental brushes under the wire. For difficult areas (around attachments, near the gumline, behind molars), add a single-tuft brush for precise cleaning with micro-movements without applying pressure. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile cta-inline has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1c3ae3bcc0cd3f0f342202b7b249fa22\" style=\"color:#c4717c;background-color:#c4707d12;grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Address_ic.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44017 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>DentalGeneva Tip<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"link\">Discuss it during a <a href=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/contact\/#rendez-vous-dental-geneva\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/contact\/#rendez-vous-dental-geneva\">consultation in Geneva<\/a>, and we&#8217;ll show you the correct technique!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"link\"><strong>Sensitive Gums, Implants, Post-Surgery:<\/strong> Opt for <a href=\"https:\/\/curaprox.ch\/fr\/brosses-a-dents\/brosses-a-dents-manuelles\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/curaprox.ch\/fr\/brosses-a-dents\/brosses-a-dents-manuelles\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">extra-soft bristles<\/a> or a sulcular brush (finer) to limit irritation.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Adults without specific issues:<\/strong> Choose soft bristles as standard: customize your choice according to your gums and technique.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tete-brins-et-ergonomie-les-bons-reperes\">Head, Bristles, and Ergonomics: Key Pointers<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p>A small head better accesses molars. Prefer rounded bristle tips (gentler on enamel and gums). Avoid hard bristles (risk of abrasion and recession). If you opt for an electric toothbrush, let the head work without scrubbing, surface by surface, for a few seconds on each area.   <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"technique-de-brossage-2-minutes-2-fois-par-jour\">Brushing Technique: 2 Minutes, Twice a Day<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use-1024x547.jpeg\" alt=\"Illustration of the correct brushing technique: toothbrush tilted at 45&#xB0; towards the gingival sulcus, small back-and-forth movements before sweeping outwards.\" class=\"wp-image-49673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use-1024x547.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use-300x160.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use-150x80.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use-768x410.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use-1536x821.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Which-Toothbrush-Should-You-Use.jpeg 2046w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Good technique: tilt the brush at 45\u00b0 towards the gumline, make small, gentle movements, then sweep outwards.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p>La base qui fait la diff\u00e9rence: deux brossages quotidiens de 2 minutes, surtout le soir au coucher, avec <a href=\"\/dentifrice-charbon-avis-du-dentiste\/\" class=\"link\">un dentifrice fluor\u00e9<\/a>. La technique Bass modifi\u00e9e (inclinaison 45\u00b0, petits mouvements pr\u00e8s du sillon gingival, puis balayage) est une valeur s\u00fbre. Les brosses \u00e9lectriques aident gr\u00e2ce au minuteur et parfois au capteur de pression. Apr\u00e8s avoir recrach\u00e9, ne rincez pas \u00e0 grande eau: vous gardez le fluor plus longtemps sur les dents.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile cta-inline has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-869f997cdc7bcc1616bf6694c1ae8a36\" style=\"color:#c4717c;background-color:#c4707d12;grid-template-columns:15% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Address_ic.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44017 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Did You Know?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The ideal pressure for brushing your teeth is like holding an orange in the palm of your hand \ud83c\udf4a. Imagine this gentle, light weight: that&#8217;s exactly the force you should apply to your brush, no more! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"dgva-cta-praticien\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Dentist-Mariela-Hernandez-Geneva.webp\" alt=\"Dr Mariela Hern\u00e1ndez Herrera, dentiste chez Dental Geneva\"\/>\n<div class=\"dgva-info\">\n<div class=\"dgva-label\">Votre praticienne<\/div>\n<h3>Dr Mariela Hern\u00e1ndez Herrera<\/h3>\n<p>Dentiste g\u00e9n\u00e9raliste. Dental Geneva, Gen\u00e8ve centre.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<a href=\"\/contact\/#rendez-vous-dental-geneva\" data-cta=\"praticien-rdv\" data-campaign=\"brosse-electrique-ou-brosse-manuelle\" class=\"dgva-btn\">Prendre RDV <span>\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"completer-le-brossage-entre-dents-et-langue\">Completing your Brushing: between Teeth and Tongue<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"link\">Brushing does not clean between teeth. Add daily interdental cleaning: <a href=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/dental-floss-when-and-how-to-use-it\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"34835\">dental floss<\/a> (or floss threaders under bridges\/implants), interdental brushes when space allows. A tongue scraper more effectively reduces deposits on the tongue (often useful in cases of halitosis). <a href=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/waterpik-a-flossing-alternative\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"35924\">Water flossers<\/a> can help if flossing is difficult, but they do not remove all biofilm: they are a supplement.  <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"quand-remplacer-sa-brosse-sa-tete\">When to Replace your Brush \/ Brush Head?<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"link\">Every 3\u20134 months, or sooner if the bristles are frayed: a worn brush cleans significantly less effectively. Take advantage of calendar reminders or brush head packs to stay regular. It is advisable to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentistryiq.com\/dentistry\/products\/infection-control-and-instrument-management\/article\/14302743\/illnesses-and-toothbrushes-the-effects-of-bacteria-and-ways-to-stay-healthy\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.dentistryiq.com\/dentistry\/products\/infection-control-and-instrument-management\/article\/14302743\/illnesses-and-toothbrushes-the-effects-of-bacteria-and-ways-to-stay-healthy\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">replace your toothbrush after the flu<\/a>, a cold, tonsillitis, or any viral\/bacterial infection. Germs can remain on the bristles for a few days, and even if it&#8217;s very rare, the risk of reinfection exists.   <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fluor-le-bon-reflexe-au-quotidien-suisse\">Fluoride: the Right Daily Habit (Switzerland)<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"link\">Le fluor renforce l\u2019\u00e9mail et aide \u00e0 pr\u00e9venir <a href=\"\/mal-de-dents-7-causes-frequentes\/\" class=\"link\">la carie<\/a>. En Suisse, il est apport\u00e9 par les dentifrices fluor\u00e9s et le sel de table fluor\u00e9. Pour les adultes, visez un dentifrice entre 1000 et 1500 ppm; pour les enfants, adaptez la dose et la quantit\u00e9 (trace\/pois) selon l\u2019\u00e2ge, en gardant la supervision parentale. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"link\"><strong>To learn more<\/strong><br\/>The Swiss Dental Association (SSO) has published a clear and accessible document: <a href=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pourquoi-mon-dentifrice-contient-il-du-fluorure_.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Pourquoi-mon-dentifrice-contient-il-du-fluorure_.pdf\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why does my toothpaste contain fluoride?<\/a> (SSO guide &#8211; GABA Switzerland).<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"en-pratique-comment-trancher\">In Practice: how to Decide?<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you are consistent and use good technique: a manual toothbrush may suffice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"link\">If you have gingivitis, braces, limited dexterity, or difficulty cleaning effectively: an electric toothbrush (ideally oscillating-rotating) will give you a measurable boost. In any case, daily interdental cleaning + fluoride make the real difference in the long run. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"notre-accompagnement-a-Geneve\">Our Guidance in Geneva<\/h2>\n\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p>At Dental Geneva, we personalize your routine: brush choice, technique adjustments, selection of interdental brushes or a water flosser if needed. During a check-up, we can also visualize plaque with disclosing tablets to target missed areas.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"link\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/contact\/#rendez-vous-dental-geneva\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/contact\/#rendez-vous-dental-geneva\">Make an appointment:<\/a><\/strong> we&#8217;ll review everything together and you&#8217;ll leave with a simple and effective plan!<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"dgva-next-step\">\n<h3>Et maintenant ?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"dgva-next-step-grid\">\n<div class=\"dgva-next-step-card dgva-card-violet\">\n<h4>Continuer<br\/>\u00e0 lire<\/h4>\n<p>Fil dentaire, mauvaise haleine,<br\/>taches blanches sur les dents<\/p>\n<a href=\"\/blog-conseils\/\" data-cta=\"nextstep-articles\" data-campaign=\"brosse-electrique-ou-brosse-manuelle\" class=\"dgva-btn dgva-btn-sm\">Nos articles <span>\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dgva-next-step-card dgva-card-fuchsia\">\n<h4>En savoir<br\/>plus<\/h4>\n<p>Hygi\u00e8ne et blanchiment dentaire \u00e0 Gen\u00e8ve<\/p>\n<a href=\"\/hygiene-et-blanchiment-dentaire\/\" data-cta=\"nextstep-quiz\" data-campaign=\"brosse-electrique-ou-brosse-manuelle\" class=\"dgva-btn dgva-btn-sm\">Hygi\u00e8ne dentaire <span>\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"dgva-next-step-card dgva-card-gold\">\n<h4>Prendre<br\/>rendez-vous<\/h4>\n<p>Dr Mariela Hern\u00e1ndez Herrera \u00b7 D\u00e9tartrage<br\/>+ bilan bucco-dentaire<\/p>\n<a href=\"\/contact\/#rendez-vous-dental-geneva\" data-cta=\"nextstep-rdv\" data-campaign=\"brosse-electrique-ou-brosse-manuelle\" class=\"dgva-btn dgva-btn-sm\">Prendre RDV <span>\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vous h\u00e9sitez entre brosse manuelle et \u00e9lectrique ? La bonne nouvelle: les deux peuvent bien fonctionner si la technique et la r\u00e9gularit\u00e9 sont au rendez-vous. La science montre toutefois un avantage mesurable aux brosses \u00e9lectriques pour r\u00e9duire plaque et gingivite, ce qui en fait un bon choix pour de nombreuses personnes, notamment si le contr\u00f4le [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":40897,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29,13],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-47232","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-orthodontics-geneva","category-orthodontie-geneve"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47232","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=47232"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47232\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":51990,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/47232\/revisions\/51990"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/40897"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=47232"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=47232"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dentalgeneva.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=47232"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}