While electric toothbrushes won’t magically heal gum recession that has already begun, they can help bring more awareness to our brushing habits, which, in turn, can lead to a healthier mouth. “A healthy mouth should always be the goal,” says Dr. Bao-Thy Grant, a California-based oral and maxillofacial surgeon. “Not only will you have a nice smile and clean teeth, a healthy mouth means a healthier you. Poor dental hygiene can cause gum recession, oral disease, and other serious problems. Make it a priority to properly floss, brush your teeth, clean your tongue, and rinse with mouthwash to help eliminate the odor-causing bacteria often associated with gum disease.”

Even if your gums are in good shape now, it’s never a bad idea to be proactive when it comes to oral hygiene. “Preventative care is always the best care when it comes to your mouth,” says Dr. Grant. “In addition to your cleaning routine, be aware of how hard you are brushing. Your technique, like brushing too hard, can damage sensitive gums and lead to recession.” Some of the best electric toothbrushes for receding gums will actually tell you when you’re using too much force, which can easily happen without us realizing it.

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