Why do “hard” bristle toothbrushes exist when every dentist seems to recommend “soft”?
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Because some people buy them, and stores make profit from them.
If dentists convince enough population to stop using hard brushes, then stores will stop selling them due to lack of demand. Or if they convince the government to ban them.
Or if there if a lifetime user of a hard brush manages to successfully sue bursh-makers over damage to his gums. He would need to prove that damage was caused by brushes, and not food or lack of nutrients, so it would be an uphill battle.
I believe they are primarily used on dentures or other artificial teeth implants. They can also be used as an occasional stain removal tool, but not recommended for everyday use.
My medium toothbrush became soft after I kept it in a travel box. Dry toothbrushes are harder than wet.
I think if you careful enough and take pease massaging you gums, you may use hard toothbrashes safely.
Absolutely hate a soft bristle brush and have always used medium. Tho they are getting harder to find in my part of the EU.
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