Keep reading to find the best manual toothbrush for your oral hygiene<\/a> needs. Please note that in this article we focus on toothbrushes for children and adults 11+. We have a separate article about the best manual toothbrushes for children and babies<\/a>.<\/p> The Oral-B Pro Health<\/a> features crossaction bristles, angled at 16 degrees and made with varying lengths for the ability to clean along the gum line and in between teeth for optimal plaque-cleaning power. The bristles are soft, recommended by the American Dental Association<\/a>, and gentle on gums, and a tongue and cheek cleaner on the back of the head keeps breath fresh and doubles as a gum massager. <\/p> The TePe Supreme Toothbrush<\/a> features extra-soft bristles set at two different levels that enable you to clean more efficiently and reach further in between teeth. The duo length of the bristles also makes it easier to clean along the gum line for optimal oral hygiene and care.<\/p> Furthermore, the TePe Supreme features a tapered, flexible brush head, making it easier to reach all the way to your back teeth, even for people with smaller mouths. And the back of the toothbrush can be angled without any heating necessary so you can easily reach every nook and cranny of your mouth. It also has a comfortable ergonomic grip with a softer thumb pad. <\/p> The Nest Manual Toothbrush<\/a> features a sleek silicone design and charcoal-infused, sapphire-topped bristles. But its most interesting feature is the fact that it self-dispenses toothpaste.<\/p> It has an inner compartment that is airtight and sterile, where you can put your favorite toothpaste \u2013 enough to last for two weeks. Push a button, and the perfect amount of toothpaste, as recommended by the ADA, is dispensed onto the charcoal-infused bristles every time. It also comes with a travel case, so you’re good to go. <\/p> The Y-Kelin V-Shaped Orthodontic Toothbrush<\/a> won’t get caught on your brackets when you brush \u2014 thanks to V-shaped bristles with a 45-degree beveled cut. This lets them fit around your brackets when brushing. <\/p> The soft bristles are gentle on gums, and the small head makes it suitable for teen and adult braces wearers alike. To supplement brushing with braces, you can try an interdental brush as well. <\/p> Toothbrushes can’t actually change the color of your teeth, but they can remove surface stains for a brighter smile, and that’s what the Colgate 360 Optic White<\/a> is designed to do. The spiral polishing bristles efficiently remove stains, and the floss tip gets between teeth for gum care. <\/p> You can choose a manual toothbrush if that is what you like to use to have clean teeth. The most important thing to know is how and when to use your toothbrush. If you get that right, then finding the best toothbrush for you will be a question of personal preference as much as anything else.<\/p> If you don’t brush twice a day and clean between your teeth daily then even the best manual toothbrush or the most expensive electric toothbrush won’t be able to keep your teeth free from plaque buildup<\/a>. This puts you at risk of developing cavities<\/a>, gum disease, and other oral health problems.<\/p> With this in mind, there are a number of reasons why you might choose a manual toothbrush over an electric<\/strong> one. Here are some things you should consider when using a manual toothbrush:<\/p> You might think that the more money you spend on a toothbrush, the better it will clean your teeth. There are some studies<\/a>, like this one<\/a> from the International Journal of Dental Hygiene that suggest electric toothbrushes can remove more plaque from your teeth.<\/p> However, manual toothbrushes are still very effective if used well.<\/p> Some reasons you might prefer a manual vs electric toothbrush include the:<\/p> However, it’s true that many people get a more effective clean with an electric toothbrush because of the technology they use to aid brushing. If you’re considering an electric vs manual toothbrush<\/strong>, we recommend you read our guide to the best electric toothbrushes<\/a> for adults (or this one for the best kids’ electric toothbrushes<\/a>) to learn about the benefits and the best models available right now.<\/p> If you’re unsure about electric toothbrushes, we recommend you start with one that has some basic features, like a 2-minute and quad timer and sonic vibrations, as well as some convenient extras like 4-week battery life and ultra-soft Dupont bristles, like the Br\u00fcush. You can find out more about it in our Br\u00fcush review<\/a>. <\/p> You should change your toothbrush every three months, or sooner if the bristles start to fray before then (this might be a sign you’re brushing too hard), according to dentists. Toothbrushes get worn down quickly\u2014they are being used twice a day, every day, after all! <\/p> If you have trouble remembering to change your brush, you can get one with a built-in indicator like this Oral-B adult manual toothbrush<\/a>. These come with a blue line that fades during use. Once it has faded halfway down the bristles, you know it’s time to put a new toothbrush on your shopping list.<\/p> You should also change your brush whenever you’ve been sick with a cold or sore throat. Germs can gather on your toothbrush so you should get rid of it when you’ve had any type of infection around your head.<\/p> With that, you might be thinking about how to clean your toothbrush. You don’t need to use any special cleaning products, but here are some simple steps for keeping your toothbrush in good condition:<\/p> You can use a cheap toothbrush. Some of the best toothbrushes in the US come with all kinds of bells and whistles nowadays. Even the best manual toothbrushes include advanced technology which can bump up the price. But manual toothbrushes in the US can still be cheap if you’re not worried about too many special features.<\/p> You can get cheap toothbrushes from well-known brands for around 20\u201350 cents if you buy them in bulk. For example, you can buy bundles of 24 Colgate toothbrushes on Amazon to make it more economical. This is a good way to ensure your whole family has a supply of new toothbrushes when they need them, without breaking the bank.<\/p> As we said earlier, it’s not all about the type of toothbrush that you use, but also how well you brush. Don’t worry if you can only afford cheap toothbrushes; follow our guide on how to brush your teeth<\/a> and clean between your teeth every day with floss or interdental brushes, and you should still do a good job of removing plaque.<\/p> Oral-B Pro Health: Best manual toothbrush overall<\/h2>
Product details<\/h3>
Why we like it<\/h3>
TePe Supreme Toothbrush: Best soft-bristled toothbrush for gums<\/h2>
![\"Best](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2023\/04\/tepe-toothbrushes-copy-1024x728.jpg\")
Product details<\/h3>
Why we like it<\/h3>
Nest Manual Toothbrush: Best travel toothbrush<\/h2>
![\"best](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2022\/10\/fi-nest-toothbrush-review-e1666092468104.jpg\")
Product details<\/h3>
Why we like it<\/h3>
Y-Kelin V-Shaped Orthodontic Toothbrush: Best toothbrush for braces<\/h2>
Product details <\/h3>
Why we like it<\/h3>
Colgate 360 Optic White Advanced Toothbrush: Best toothbrush for whitening<\/h2>
Product details<\/h3>
Why we like it <\/h3>
Why choose a manual toothbrush?<\/h2>
![\"manual](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/10\/toothbrush-300x204.jpg\")
Electric toothbrush vs manual brushing<\/h2>
How often should you change your toothbrush?<\/h2>
Can I use a cheap toothbrush?<\/h2>
Summary of the best manual toothbrushes<\/h2>
![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B075S8R934&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=adulttoothbrushes-20&language=en_US\")
<\/a>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=adulttoothbrushes-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B075S8R934\")
<\/span> <\/div><\/div><\/td>![](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2022\/03\/ezgifcom-gif-maker-1-1.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/td>![](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2022\/10\/nest-silicone-toothbrush-1.jpg\")
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/td>![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B07P8YS31F&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=adulttoothbrushes-20&language=en_US\")
<\/a>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=adulttoothbrushes-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B07P8YS31F\")
<\/span> <\/div><\/div><\/td>![](\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B07S9GV83R&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=adulttoothbrushes-20&language=en_US\")
<\/a>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=adulttoothbrushes-20&language=en_US&l=li2&o=1&a=B07S9GV83R\")
<\/span> <\/div><\/div><\/td>![\"chewable](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/10\/Best-toothbrush-for-limited-mobility-300x200.jpg\")
![\"best](\"https:\/\/www.dentaly.org\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2019\/10\/woman-with-manual-toothbrush-300x200.jpg\")