Why do “hard” bristle toothbrushes exist when every dentist seems to recommend “soft”?

Question

Why do “hard” bristle toothbrushes exist when every dentist seems to recommend “soft”?

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Answer 1

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.