Finding the right toothbrush can be surprisingly tricky. With a seemingly endless array of choices, you need to make decisions like whether to go manual or electric [1] and which type of head is best for you.
If you suffer from gum or tooth sensitivity, you might want to consider a soft-bristle toothbrush [2]. In fact, many people can benefit from switching to a soft-bristle toothbrush, which prevents you from brushing too hard and damageing your teeth. These are our picks for the best, gentlest toothbrushes on the market right now.
Extra Soft Toothbrush for Sensitive Gums 2-Pack
The Di Qiu Ren Extra Soft Micro Nano Toothbrush [4] ($10) has a whopping 20,000 super-fine bristles.
Curaprox CS 5460 3-Pack
According to nearly 5,000 5-star Amazon reviews, the Curaprox CS 5460 [5] ($18) strikes the perfect balance of gentle yet effective. It comes in super cute colour combos, too.
Colgate Gum Health Extra Soft Toothbrush 2-Pack
The Colgate Gum Health Extra Soft Toothbrush [6] ($8) has slim, floss-tip bristles.
Gum 516 Sensitive Care Toothbrush 3-Pack
With three toothbrushes per pack, the Gum 516 Sensitive Care Toothbrush [7] ($7) is a steal. It has an angled grip for an easier brushing experience.
Radius Left Hand Toothbrush
Calling all lefties! The Radius Left Hand Toothbrush [8] ($11) is perfect for people who have struggled to grip regular toothbrushes. Its large oval head is covered in soft bristles for a thorough clean.
Vegols Biodegradable Bamboo Toothbrush 10-Pack
The eco-friendly Vegols Biodegradable Bamboo Toothbrush [9] ($10) has soft charcoal-infused bristles.
Oral-B Pro-Health Advanced Manual Toothbrush 2-Pack
The flexing sides of the Oral-B Pro-Health Advanced Manual Toothbrush [10] ($8) mold to the curves of your teeth and are gentle on the gums.
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