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You've been brushing your teeth WRONG for years. First we taught you how to wash your legs, then we taught you how to shave, and NOW we're teaching you how to brush your teeth... and it all comes down to your toothbrush. Which do you think will be better, the $1 toothbrush or the $100 toothbrush. The answer may actually surprise you...
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Writers: Matthew Patrick, Amy Roberts, and Eddie “NostalGamer” Robinson
Editors: Gerardo Andrés Mejía Torres, Danial "BanditRants" Keristoufi, and Koen Verhagen
Sound Designer: Yosi Berman
Thumbnail Artist: DasGnomo
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#Toothbrush #Toothbrushes #Toothpaste #Hygiene #Teeth #TeethWhitening #BrushYourTeeth #OralB #Toothpaste #ElectricToothbrush #StyleTheory #Theory #MatPat #DentalDigest

[@DentalDigest]

LETS GET BRUSHING !!! 💜💜💜

[@ItsJaxxWaxx]

yoo its him!

[@RXush]

yoo its the digest the dental?

[@r_and_a433]

Yooo hiiiiiii

[@potatos0]

fatgloooob

[@redroboty9713]

i was thinking you shouldve been in the intro not gonna lie

[@PiotrIrving]

I'm a dentist. You can brush your teeth with a manual or an electric toothbrush. It's all about your technique! Electric toothbrushes are great because they make brushing easier. They can also have cool features like a timer and a pressure sensor. That's why I recommend them. But remember, toothbrushes bristles can't fit between your teeth. That's why we say to use floss, to clean those tight spots. It's best to brush your teeth two times every day, but if you can only do it once, do it before bed. When you sleep, you don't want the germs in your mouth to eat your dinner leftovers all night. When you brush with toothpaste that has fluoride, only spit it out and don't rinse if you are a grown up. You want the fluoride to stay on your teeth to make them strong!

[@Lmb_kun]

So the 2 minute rule for brushing is pointless..

[@Furen]

​@@Lmb_kunhe mentioned a timer. My toothbrush has a pressure senser to watch me from pressing too hard, and goes off every 30 seconds to tell me to move on. It reminds me to check everywhere. However, as a once-a-dayer, I'm glad that before bed is better than the morning since that's what I do. Maybe this will push me to be a 2 times a day person though.

[@polarbearbianca]

Hurray! I was going to say this too. My old dentist told me all of the same things. It doesn't matter if you're using manual or electric, but it's your technique that matters the most is what I wanted to highlight.

[@spyrothetimelord]

Now I need to check if my sensodine / pronamel toothpaste has fluoride

[@itachii267]

Can you use the waterpic instead of actual floss?

[@zackaryw8407]

Please, if anyone from Team Theorist is reading this, please ask Amy to keep the tradition of saying “Hello Internet” when she takes over Style Theory

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[@diegomarxweiller1814]

Nah fam, channels dead

[@CageBlack1443]

I can't imagine any of the new Theorists not saying "Hello, Internet!" Replacing MatPat is one thing; replacing the way they START THE VIDEO is a whole other thing!

[@Pineconeernie]

@@diegomarxweiller1814nah fam, just not run by matpat

[@themineguy1234]

thats part of the channel, not matpat

[@YOU_ARE_amazing2]

Oh matpat..how i miss your voice…

[@vixen-kx8qi]

Same…

[@Tomlovesgame]

Me too

[@DaFoxy12]

It's not: -Yeah!!! T It's: Yeah...😢

[@ThatOneUnfunnyPerson]

Same here :(

[@Fire...]

Oh matpat how I love smelling your feet

[@maddy-vv1ng]

I love how when they were talking about there past with dental hygiene every one was like “yeah I had some problems in the past” and mat was like “my teeth are great!”

[@theveryaveragegamer9865]

Yet he was also the one that only brushed once a day. Weird.

[@Jonathanoow]

their*

[@egis4500]

​@@theveryaveragegamer9865genetics, maybe doesnt eat as much sugar, and maybe he did it from childhood. I have a friend who has bigger gaps between teeth, he doesnt brush yet he has no seriuous teeth problems

[@ethan5160]

​@theveryaveragegamer9865 because the others had teeth issues in the past, they probably feel more inclined to brush thier teeth so it doesn't happen again.

[@TIMMAH874]

Yes, water pick v regular floss v floss picks! That should be an upcoming episode.

[@Lissa2355]

I need this episode so bad. My mom started losing teeth because she didn't floss, I've been obsessing about how to do it right so I don't lose my teeth in the future

[@zia-tz5ts]

Yes! I was about to comment, well what about water picks compared to flossing? I use one and I’ve noticed a significant difference (an improvement), in overall cleanliness! But I am not a professional, so if you DO use a water pick, don't rely on it entirely. Make sure to incorporate both.

[@0River_styx0]

Floss picks are the goat

[@egis4500]

​​@@0River_styx0when i stared flossing, i used floss picks. But i kinda got annoyed buying them. Pack lasts like a month so its fine, theyre incredibly easy to use, if you dont floss, use em theyre great. But now i use floss since it lasts longer and I got better at using em.

[@bleaudiaz8267]

could a future style theory go over which toothpaste to buy? I always get so overwhelmed by all the options in stores

[@Andyatl2002]

Depends on what you want I usually go standard crest or Colgate but if you got sensitive teeth, or dislike mint maybe something flavored. Look up some dentist recommendations if you want something more specific that fits you

[@derekis007]

I second that request!

[@Viking_Raven]

It does not matter as long as it contains 1300 to 1500 ppm of fluoride in their ingredients. The ONLY proven and useful active ingredient for everyday hygiene. Everything else is marketing.

[@martin0499]

the cheapest

[@alyssanielsen8521]

I have super sensitive teeth, so I get sensidyne. I honestly look for the tooth paste that has the most coverage, like if there is a cavity protection, sensitivity help, whitening. But, sometimes that isn't the best. Cavity protection is the highest priority for me, I am prone to cavities, so I always choose a toothpaste that helps with that. Idk if this helps, but this is how I have navigated the toothpaste aisle.

[@jricedrums]

The Oral-B manual brush is the toothbrush I use everyday. I’m glad to hear it’s all in the technique!

[@Ziris85]

For these kinds of episodes, I think it would be great if you folks would approach experts (dentists, in this case) with your results to discuss and get their opinions!

[@frankroquemore4946]

Oohh yes. And disclose the results of those meetings in the vid

[@DaleStrickland]

Agreed. I feel like Bentist would be down to collab

[@MrKristofferP]

This test have not been done right. No matter if you use a elecrik or manual brush, you need to know how it works before you Can do it right. You don't move a electril brush around your mouth, like showed in your clips. Move it slowly and prices over all the fronts of your teeth. Pleas remake this test, since this is not done rigth

[@arthurjames1379]

​@@MrKristofferPyou should remake this comment, since it is not spelled right

[@audzrey1017]

​​​@@MrKristofferP​ TRUE! and there were some bias stuff going on like how much experience they have on their favorite brush, obviously they'll be better with their own brush so it wont be as fair to the other brushes when it comes to the rating

[@SangoProductions213]

I mean, I think the most important thing that you are getting here: Even after each day, *after brushing,* you still have plaque build up. Do not skip brushing. It builds up quick, and eats through your virtually irreplaceable teeth.

[@SarahAbramova]

Don't skip flossing either

[@user-kt2pe9bn2w]

@@SarahAbramova I can confirm being raised in a dentist household I was told constantly that flossing IS PART of the brushing process. Your tooth brush can not reach in-between your teeth, and since your teeth are a three-dimensional object, plaque can build up and start forming cavities anywhere on the outside of your teeth.

[@Iceharuyuki]

IDK about that I have skipped brushing plenty of times and my teeth have always been healthy Not one issue. Back before I was told I had type 2 diabetes I rarely flossed and had a day or two where I forgot to brush and was only brushing once a day. NEVER had an issue, Healthy teeth. I still have a healthy mouth but to combat other health issues I floss daily and brush 2 if not 3 times a day and Sometime I only do it once a day But still no issues. See that in just myself I figure that if you're at least more regular and miss here or there the damage wont be even half as bad as if you don't brush or floss at all.

[@piratemann5098]

The 10th dentist recommends you don’t brush your teeth at all. That way they could make more money.

[@DaniCal1forn1a]

​@@IceharuyukiI'm similar from my issues, bad medication reactions, and chronic fatigue... I try to do the minimum I need to now, but genetics play a huge role in all of this, and thankfully I have _really_ solid teeth! I do drink a heck of a lot of water too which flushes things out of my mouth I guess? And most importantly other than genetics - I _never_ brush acid into my teeth. I'd rather skip a brushing than brush after an ingesting something acidic 😅

[@kalliemj]

The nano is only Nordic inspired because of the appearance of the brush. It has that Scandinavian minimalist design. That being said I lived in Norway and their tooth brushes look the same as in America lol

[@omegamkx588]

For me, the strength of the Sonicare is in what it does to my gums. For as far back as I can remember, whenever I went to the dentist they ALWAYS said I had gingivitis in varying degrees of strength. The day of my appointment several months ago, I got a Sonicare on their recommendation. When I had my appointment a few weeks ago, they said everything looked amazing and that I (finally) had very healthy gums!

[@missababgaga]

Dental hygienist here! The sonicare technique is important for it to work best. If you brush with it more like a regular toothbrush, like how everyone seemed to, it doesn’t work as well. It really is technique sensitive. If you brush too hard with it and do actual scrubbing it will leave more behind. And I’d love to see what you guys gather about flossing!!

[@lulu_9000]

I'm guessing they didn't read the manual that comes with it. It's pretty explicit about how to use it, and it is not the technique they were using!

[@TH0KH]

Yeah as a sonicare user, that was frustrating to watch. That's not how they work!

[@matts.1443]

Sonicare also has a bunch of different heads & modes. I use the gum health mode and my hygienist always comments on how clean my teeth are. When I was using a manual, it was basically hammer and chisel every 4 months to get the tarter off my teeth.

[@user-xw4mu6nz4t]

Yeah I was about to say, for electric toothbrush, you supposed to brush like you would a regular toothbrush

[@Darknight_smaw]

you mean dentist or are you just really into brushing your teeth??

[@aytch000]

As a person who uses the manual toothbrush for years and years on end, I see this as an absolute win.

[@AshraNashal52]

You’ve been using _a_ manual brush for years and years or the _same_ manual brush for years and years?

[@6thwilbury2331]

Not only manual, but I've been using an Oral-B for at least two decades, and my current one is the same model shown in this video.

[@aytch000]

@@AshraNashal52 OK, maybe not the same manual toothbrush. I do buy sets of manual toothbrush. Sorry if I forgot to add that part... 😅

[@AshraNashal52]

@@aytch000 Just wanted to make sure, lol. I know a guy who has had the same toothbrush for quite a few years despite my pleas for him to change it.

[@sinepsis9578]

I like the ones that vibrate but are essentially manual…maybe it’s how I use it. I don’t mind the manual movements!

[@AMF3613]

Can we take a moment to appreciate Amy’s sense of style? She was killing it!

[@allansayed5633]

You should have also tried miswak brushes. They are sticks taken from the root of a specific African tree that has been used for thousands of years as a natural toothbrush. It naturally has silica, flouride, enzymes and antioxidants that produce anticavity, antiplaque, antibacterial, and teeth whitening properties

[@dakotahill6370]

Style theory idea: does those shampoo/body wash combo soaps clean better than individual shampoo and body wash, or does mixing them cause the effectiveness to fall off

[@John-Smith02]

I think "mixing them" isn't what you meant. You meant is using both, though separately but in the same shower cycle causing them to not be as effective as they can be.

[@HeatherGermaine]

​​@@John-Smith02 I think that is what they meant, though. There are shampoos out there that say they double as body wash lol

[@John-Smith02]

@@HeatherGermaine ohhhh you right. Sorry I'm high rn. I was thinking like body wash and conditioner being used in one shower session instead of the combo lol

[@cristinbuskard9250]

Yes and with shampoo / conditioner. There’s no way shampoo/conditioner is better right?

[@sharky3177]

Mat talked about this in the soap episode

[@danytalksmusic]

Matt & Steph fully understanding each other while brushing their teeth is relationship goals 😂

[@EEEEEEEE]

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[@TheBioBoner]

Immediately feeling biased towards Amy in this episode as a fellow manual brush user. I really like how she's describing everything; her word choice and annunciation makes it really easy to follow along and fully understand what she's explaining.

[@cd6422]

It's sad to hear your leaving KZbin. I've watched all your channels since the beginning. KZbin isn't going to be the same without you Matpat.

[@SweetSauce2023]

If matpat is doing an episode for different floss. can you please compare the long string kind vs. short string atrached to plastic handle kind vs. soft picks (plastic toothpick with soft silicone bristles around) vs. Water floss.

[@angelr194]

I hate the short ones, i tend to accidentally use then like a saw on my gums and they're so wasteful!

[@VoidKing666]

Please do! I really need it :(

[@NightmareRex6]

@@angelr194 imean dont HAVE to throw it away after every use tho can like replace it every 3 days and just use alcohal or something to sanatize it.

[@angelr194]

@@NightmareRex6 not recommended, the fibers start to break

[@GamesPlayer1337]

@@angelr194 yeah this, also it feels gross reusing it... at that point get a floss holder and use the strings and replace them everytime... least wasteful option while still having the handle if you really want/need it

[@Belbecat]

As someone who inherited genes that gave me gum disease regardless of what I did, kinda glad to see it's not just me trying so many different brushes but still getting the same results. Would be cool if the flossing episode gave us some ideas on how to make flossing less of a chore because boy is it just the worst

[@EvanTheLee]

Personally, I just use those floss picks and do it while watching TV or gaming. It really doesn't feel like a chore at all, and my dentist has been saying that I've been doing a great job.

[@Ensensu2]

Quip has the solution. It's basically a reusable frame that grips the floss so you use less floss and have better control over it. Unfortunately, the floss included in Quip's kit isn't that great.

[@Belbecat]

@@Ensensu2 Ah yes this seem like something I can try - I haven't done the usual floss picks because I hate the idea of having them in my rubbish bags and having to buy so many. Looks like floss holders are what they're generally called. Thanks

[@tiggerdcat]

@@Belbecat They have ones that have a reusable handle and you only change out the floss end. Minimal waste, maximum tooth cleanage.

[@tutacat]

A lot is down to diet, mouth bacteria, and brushing technique. Maybe it is epigenetic, but most likely it is inherited technique or lifestyle

[@reaper5242]

The oral-b io is one of my favorites. It has a light to show you if you're using the correct pressure when brushing

[@nistre14193]

I'm also a once-a-day brusher in the morning with an old-fashioned medium brush and my teeth are doing just fine. Also, against the recommendation of literally every dentist I've had, I use the flossers instead of floss string (my saliva density and hand/mouth size make using floss string a drooling endeavor at best and unfeasible at worst).

[@patch863]

as im going to my first concerts next year, i wanted to suggest maybe you guys could do a style theory episode on different types in the range of earplugs for high volumes and loud events. love the channel and you guys always create great and intriguing episodes!

[@SLorraineE]

That would be so helpful for my husband too!

[@soffsp]

YESSS, I NEED THIS TOO

[@1Dbabyboy]

As someone with pressure and sensory issues especially with my ears this would be sooo useful

[@nuwang2381]

Foam are best protection high fidelity best experience

[@VorpalSnickerSnack]

Loops ear buds will help. They muffle noise but not so much that you can't hear conversations or concerts.

[@KevinIsGhoulish]

Remember not to brush too aggressively! Gum receding's number one cause is aggressive brushing

[@MegaLokopo]

So why does my dentist say I need to brush harder because my gums are recessing?

[@kelvisaisawesome]

Is gum recession a bad thing?

[@miekiepiekie1]

​@@kelvisaisawesomeas someone whoes gums are receding quite a lot lol. I can tell you. Yes it is bad. If your gums recede quite a lot the sensitive parts will be out and its quite annoying and painful :'). I believe once your gums are 'pulled' back there is no way you can get them back to a normal length? Right? I have been trying to figure out if there is a way to get them back to normal but cant find anything that says its possible

[@PixlyPenguin]

No, I need to assert dominance

[@WillaSalam]

@@miekiepiekie1periodontists can do gum grafts to help address the recession. They are a super unpleasant experience though. I’ve had 3 :-)

[@jayemover_16]

Flossing is to get bacteria between your teeth that can't survive in air, it getting plaque and food is technically a bonus.

[@PrinceMarzMusic]

I NEED the flossing episode. I’m convinced anything is better than the actual floss string. I prefer the green pick one but I also waterpick after

[@ojyochan]

In defense of the Sonicare: I brush too hard with any other brush, which led to gum recession. The Sonicare ended my gum recession and is therefore 100% worth it to me.

[@Iceharuyuki]

I'm like that too I had to learn to lighten up a bit . I'm heavy handed though. I started using a firm brush which allowed my get that clean feeling I'm looking for but without me brushing so hard. and I had to learn to brush in a circular motion in stead of back and forth.

[@sevenmillionhobbies7840]

Here here

[@MegaLokopo]

So why does my dentist say I need to brush harder to prevent recessing gums?

[@radioactivewaterfall5803]

​@MegaLokopo they brush too hard, you don't brush hard enough. Gotta hit that sweet spot of just enough pressure to not damage the gums

[@MegaLokopo]

@@radioactivewaterfall5803 Yea probably, it is just weird for that to be the case when I apparently brush well enough my dentist thinks I do a fantastic job flossing, not knowing I never have.

[@sofisophiso5180]

Would've been great if you also did this video with someone who uses brackets! A different perspective. With braces, mechanical brushes can get destroyed (and Manual brushes too), and flossing with braces is can be hard

[@Swainhammer13]

Waterpiks are absolutely amazing for braces/brackets!

[@maggieweng5993]

I have braces right now and I used to floss every day but eventually I just gave up because it was too hard to floss.

[@hifibostucus]

distroyed

[@sofisophiso5180]

@@hifibostucus ups sorry I misspelled that, I'm still learning English. Ty for pointing that out :)

[@TGKisBored]

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[@DaDude796]

Another problem with the mechanical toothbrush with the spinny head is that it flings toothpaste everywhere, look at her shirt for proof 16:37

[@MimicGriphon]

As someone who uses a waterpik, I really hope that yall actually do the flossing one. Im not entirely sure tbh, because like the manual toothbrushes, you control where your floss is, and make sure its between each tooth, but with waterpik, its harder to tell, ESPECIALLY when you first start using it.

[@dancesmokesmile344]

When I was a kid in the late 90s/early 2000s my mom had me use those pink tablets every single morning to make sure I had brushed my teeth well enough. They didn’t taste bad though, so it’s kinda weird to me that whoever made yours decided to have them taste bad. The ones I used as a kid was made so both adults and kids could use them, so they obviously made sure it didn’t taste bad so kids would also be fine with them.

[@johnnarogers5636]

They also have mouth washes that do the same thing, and those taste great. My dentist as a kid even had us using something similar to see how well we brushed, and if we did really well we'd get a reward

[@RedSlashAce]

Definitely would be interested to see water pick vs floss. Currently I use both. I feel like floss is better between the teeth but water pick can get stuff along the base of the gums that the tooth brush might miss. Would be interesting to see what is actually going on though.

[@RedSlashAce]

My full routine is: brush, rinse, floss, water pick, then mouth wash. Only do it once a day before going to bed. Should probably try to get onboard with twice a day.

[@melaniep8761]

Funny, i never thought of using a water pick for my gums! In all the years of braces and my dad using it as a "torture device" (not really, he was just cleaning out tonsil stone), it just never occurred to me! I actually use a gum massager for that, at least i think that's what it's 🤔 called. Anyways, thanks for sharing!!

[@coyfish391]

Quip!! They are a great middleman for this in my opinion! I have trouble with timing and the 30 second vibrations for each quadrant of the mouth really helps. And the vibrations are just meant to assist in the brushing process. I love them so I’m definitely bias but I just wanted to add them to this conversation about dental hygiene because I think they have really added to the industry as a whole.

[@aliceb.1481]

The clip of the nano not hurting a strawberry just immediately told me that it would not get any of the dirt out

[@elexa5632]

I’ve definitely noticed this working with autistic kids from crisis who tend to have pretty poor tooth care that manual is so much better with them. The dentist recommended them to use electric toothbrushes, and it resulted in the kids teeth looking so much less clean because they put way less work and pressure into brushing their teeth.

[@Tworandomidiots45]

I am neurodivergent, and manuel toothbrushes work 10x better for me because I put too little effort into electric toothbrushes.

[@ceaslug9791]

As an autistic adult I can say, yup, at least for me personally it definitely takes the edge off brushing. If it’s shorter, it’s less of a battle with executive dysfunction. My one complaint is having to swap the batteries 😅

[@ArcaneSnowflake]

another factor that affects how well you brush is how crowded are your teeth. For example it is more difficult for me to brush properly as my teeth are packed to the point that my teeth rotated a little to make space for themselves. from the front my teeth are straight and easy to brush but in the back it is hard to reach without practically shoving my toothbrush right into my gag reflex

[@morrigankasa570]

Yep, my teeth aren't crowded like that. BUT, my teeth are crowded in a way that makes it so I can't use regular Floss. It gets caught between my teeth and it's a pain to remove that. So instead I have to use a rubber pick to get something close to proper flossing.

[@Swainhammer13]

Teeth Genetics can really be a Lottery in My opinion. I had a buddy who nearly never brushed his teeth when he came to stay the night, etc as kids/teens. Never had regular check-ups/cleanings. He never had any large issues, nor never needed braces. I had the opposite experience, all while trying to do everything proper to take care of them. It really made me resent my Teeth/Smile for years and years.

[@jp_ravenfire]

My bottom front teeth are so crammed that I can't even get floss in between them.@@morrigankasa570

[@dragonflies6793]

The back being hard to reach without going right into your gag reflex is so much of my experience! It's tough.

[@Felicat82]

This! This is why I don't floss. My teeth are so close together I can't get even waxed floss between them. It feels like I'm going to just rip my teeth out or saw my gums.

[@nezuko_chan9677]

I love how matpat uses a different font each episode!

[@ManuFortis]

Shoulda had a look at the carbon bristle ones too. They seem to do a better job than the regular cheap manual ones. But, that could just be all in my head, as you proved is possible with the sonic care one. Best one I've had so far was closer to the Brevi in volume of bristles, but not so ridiculously like the brevi; while having that back and forth thing going as well.

[@alexgoodridge5467]

And that’s why, as a fully grown adult, I use a children’s toothbrush. Smaller head, softer (but not too soft) bristles, and manual control of your brushing experience.

[@Noo-My-Only-Weakness-Dying]

And cute colors and patterns :3

[@ellymyths]

@@Noo-My-Only-Weakness-DyingYessssss

[@misseselise3864]

i’m 23 and still use a children’s toothbrush

[@ChristosAthanasoulis]

As a dentist, I approve that children's toothbrushes are PERFECT for adults.

[@the_real_crest]

Hey matpat! I've been a big fan of your content for a while and was hoping you could do a theory about how different brushes can affect your hair!

[@MaybeMisty-li8lc]

Me too, and I agree!

[@DaniCal1forn1a]

Ooh yes! I'm a diehard tangle teezer fan: I've owned at least 10 of their brushes over the past ~15 years... different sizes & styles, some duplicates for different rooms/bags - only had one break because I dropped it too many times on tile, and one where the teeth deformed quite badly bc I used it with the blowdryer even though I knew you're not supposed to do that with the detangling brushes 😂. I've tried a ridiculous amount of brushes over the years and nothing comes close to a tangle teezer - I have longish, thick, processed hair so there are a lot of knots & tangles to deal with and other brushes just hurt or take too long and rip knots out rather than actually detangling them 🙃. (The only other brushes I do actually love and use are kent boar bristle brushes but they're more for smoothing and distributing the oils at my roots down to the lengths). I'd be super interested to see if there are any other brushes nowadays that compare bc I'm not gonna try another brand at this point unless I know I'm not wasting my money 😅

[@laurenimani26]

If they do this, it would be nice to include someone with type 4 hair as well

[@SLorraineE]

Do any of the theorists on the team have curly hair? Bethany video would be so helpful!

[@the_real_crest]

@@SLorraineE im not sure, but for this theory they would need all hair types and hair brushes. Thin, straight, long, fluffy, medium, curly, etc.

[@Phentex2192]

Really wish they tried the Arm and Hammer brand electric toothbrush. It think it is the perfect blend of standard and electric toothbrush. The same technique you use with standard brushes has worked great for me with minimal modification.

[@SeaForest]

As someone who owns a manual toothbrush, I was sooo worried about this, as I have had so many dental cavities and worried about how the brush was actually performing. Thanks Style Theory!

[@thefusingcookie]

So far my takeaway from all this is to take a bath instead of showering, don't shave, and use a manual toothbrush and floss. Now I just need a toothpaste episode to complete my infinity gauntlet of hygiene.

[@katw6757]

We also need a test on water flossers vs string floss and there's also so many different types of floss! Which is best??

[@benwagner5089]

@@katw6757 Water picks are a literal pain if you have sensitive gums. I used it ONCE; nope, not for me (not to mention what I'm supposed to do with all the water that's shooting into my mouth). I've pressure washed my deck and driveway before, and I know what happens to the soft bits; my gums are the soft bits.

[@JTenniS08]

What episode advocated a bath over a shower?

[@dannyleyamato1309]

you forgot the deodorant

[@jeanettaszerletich5118]

​@@benwagner5089I told my dentist how it hurts using the water flosser and they told me try using warm water and use the lowest setting the device has. That worked really well for me but I felt like it didn't really do the job as well as string floss

[@heftyrumble]

I just got a new toothbrush. What impeccable timing, Matpat

[@RealPenguinTofu]

Bro same lol

[@confidentialn]

same

[@user-yo1hv2nx2f]

I was about to

[@NatalieLovesxo]

This is random but your models for your theory wear are so gorgeous!!! 😭💘💘💘💘

[@adriannesisson9415]

You guys should make a video about the best shampoo + conditioner for different hair types (especially curly hair)

[@tomm1413]

I've got an electric brush with the pressure sensor which shows you when you're brushing too soft or too hard, so that helps. I've been using it for a while and it works pretty well imo

[@Crusader1984]

these guys have no idea how to use electric toothbrushes they are very effective

[@legendarygang4807]

@@Crusader1984fr

[@YuniX2]

I have a friend who is a pediatric dentist, and not only has he always told me that manual brushes are better than electric brushes as most are just gimmicks, he also tells me that dental pics and water pics can't come close to the clean of plain old floss. After this, I'm going to keep trusting his judgement.

[@SarahAbramova]

I also trust your friend's judgment

[@PhotonBeast]

Same; I had a dental hygienist (one who taught me how to properly brush and all so trusted source) note to me that a water pick is NOT the same thing/doesn't do the same thing as flossing. The pick will flush out chunks and bits of food and such (which is useful, for sure), but can't actually get into the spaces the same way flossing can.

[@positioninthekitchen]

@@SarahAbramova 😊

[@SomeoneC]

Statistics do matter. Not sure what electric toothbrushes your friend bought.

[@AGL_AerialsTampa]

Hello! I like this episode, but I do wish y'all had actually looked into how to properly use each brush. I'm not a dentist but have been using a Sonicare for years and it uses a different style of brushing than normal. Loving this new channel, keep it up!

[@Alex-and-rite]

Love how matpat was the only one that wasn’t insecure or negative about his teeth 💀

[@chickenmaster3879]

Next up: flossing. Repeat the experiment, but you use the better manual toothbrush for every clean and change the type of floss: stick/handle floss, string floss, waterpic, whatever other niche thing you decide to throw in there. Let the best gumsaw win.

[@ziljin]

Can we get an episode about dishwashing. Or a whole series. Water only vs detergent vs baking soda/vinegar. Handwashing vs dishwasher. Testing out different methods of scrubbing pans.

[@dannieF1]

I'm so glad you did this one Mat, I've always wondered the difference, hence why I invested in an expensive electric (oscillation type) years ago. I'm gonna do my own experiment now with the oral-b manual and see how it feels! Just an idea for future if possible, could you do something on whitening toothpaste as well? Another thing I've wasted probably hundreds of pounds worth on over the years 😅

[@briandaviscourt1640]

I always felt that my mouth cleanliness was best when I mixed using both a manual brush and a sonicare. Didn't matter which was used for the morning or evening brush, just that they both got used in the same day.

[@emanuellymtc]

I'm brazilian and eveveryone I've ever met in my life (including myself) brush their teeth 3 times a day (morning, around noon, and night), so this video felt like a bit of a culture shock (both from that and because I've also never met anyone who didn't use manual toothbrushes, from this video it sounds like it's pretty common in other places). But then again, all of that probably just varies from person to person here too, idk.

[@sakuraorihime3374]

Yeah, I also had a culture shock of how common it is for the guys in America to use the electric ones lol

[@Rumade]

I've never met anyone in my life before this video who admitted to brushing just ONCE a day. Gross

[@Lissa2355]

Yeah, I brush my teeth twice a day and my dentist always scolds me! He said I should brush 3 times MINIMUM, but recommend to brush after each and every single meal (because I have recoruing cavities)

[@KekW185]

You should do an episode about face cleaning products! Which products actually help to reduce blemishes and acne, and if it really matters at all Would be super interesting

[@nikanika439]

22:08 You can see his nails from the 1000 layers nail polish theory lol

[@_Ash_Aster_]

I use an Oral-B electric toothbrush and I find if u don't take the head off it and dry it or let it dry naturally u can get mold inside the electric parts which has lead me to needing a new one a couple of times until I found out it wasn't drying properly

[@flamingsasuke]

I am sure others have mentioned it here, but I figured echoing crucial information is never a bad thing. I will preface this all with the fact that I am not a Dentist or a trained professional related to teeth. I have had the wonderful opportunity to work with several amazing dentist that give me lots of insight and information: 1. When using an electric or sonic tooth brush you actually need to do a different holding and brushing method. I have never heard of this "hold it and let the spin move around the teeth". My dentists have told me that you are supposed to hold the brush at and angle towards the gum and hold it in place. Slowly moving it laterally (forward and back). You need to put the strength in to hold it in place to make sure it brushes everything properly. The other way to see it is that if you are moving it around, then the moving brush won't be able to properly scrub the surface. It won't be able to go deep enough. 2. Also another great thing about new electric tooth brushes is that they have a self timer of 2 min in them. So many of them shut off after 2 minutes which reminds you to keep brushing that whole duration. Some even have intermittent buzzing (at like 30 sec) as a heads up. 3. One of the nurses that cleaned up my teeth told me that if I were ever too busy to brush and floss, that I should always choose to floss. This comment is directed towards someone who is in their late 20s so this probably doesn't apply to everyone. But she emphasized that floss is one of the most important things to do. Its THE way to get rid of plaque. I think the first point is the most important. Sadly this might mean that your results are a little skewed. But it also highlights the fact that these tools are becoming common place, but many are not aware of the proper technique to use them so in the end they come out being used improperly and seen as less effective. (Definitely looking at Amy as she is violently brushing her teeth with the electric tooth brush). Just wanted to put this out there to share information to ensure the general public are more aware of these facts

[@sebastiantejeda2631]

You did all this for 1 comment

[@Freddiefreds]

@@sebastiantejeda2631life is not a popularity contest

[@Andyatl2002]

@@sebastiantejeda2631, this video took 2 weeks to film do you not have a bit of awareness

[@SarahAbramova]

Btw, when I went to health class as a kid, we were taught it's better if only floss than only brush. This just feels like a confirmation of that.

[@AlyM-ie3no]

Please do a theory on how to fall asleep on christmas night for all the kids like me who just stare awake at the ceiling waiting for santa. I posted this on game, film, and food theory and now here i just really want this, thank you mat and merry Christmas.

[@luuliify]

So excited for that water pick video!!

[@allanolley4874]

I think the key point is if you use a manual you are likely to brush for less than 2 minutes whereas if you use an electric the built in timer encourages you to go for the full 2 minutes. This study by ensuring that everyone goes for the 2 minutes eliminated the actual advantage of the electric.

[@HotWire2765]

Water picks vs floss would be interesting but I'm also curious on how effective Mouthwash is and the differences between mouthwash with alcohol and mouthwash without alcohol in terms of effectiveness

[@3hanhan]

Alcohol dries out your mouth! So nom alcohol is typically preferred to reduce xerstomia (dry mouth) which in turn can lead to caries.

[@hworld9832]

20:58 and that no, I felt that within my soul

[@FleaKing-ol1dq]

You should have tried a manual three sides brush! they can be found on sites that sell sensory things. the bristles are angeled so they get in the gaps and it's gets right to the back and to the gums BUT the bristles aren't too soft or too stiff.

[@k1darknight]

Can you do a follow up on brushing techniques? I've had dentists tell me to do horizontal movements while others said circles and others said swiping away from your gums

[@aminahmuhammad7946]

For me the technique is more important than the brush. I pre-brush my teeth without toothpaste first to focus on removing plaque then a second brush with toothpaste to freshen up. I do this twice a day. You want to feel the plaque is gone but don't brush too hard.

[@MegaLokopo]

You aren't removing plaque with a tooth brush when a dentist requires a metal tool to scrape it off.

[@skittydreamsd4766]

⁠@@MegaLokopoYou are removing plaque that’s what the toothbrush is for. The metal tools you’re talking about are for calculus/tartar.

[@MegaLokopo]

@@skittydreamsd4766 And plaque. Unless my dentists are lying. According to them, you brush your teeth to remove bacteria and food for the bacteria.

[@skittydreamsd4766]

@@MegaLokopo That’s what plaque is? It’s biofilm containing both bacteria and food debris. Brushing and flossing is enough to get it off because it’s soft. The metal tools can be used for plaque in deeper periodontal pockets, but are mainly for calculus. Most of the plaque is actually just polished off with paste and when they floss your teeth.

[@vickyvml27]

I totally need an episode on oil pulling! I think its interesting and there are so many different opinions on it!

[@MythicMoonlight]

I have the small head electric because i have a wire attached to my teeth. The small head allows me to feel like im cleaning the teeth around it more thoroughly, but i do also brush longer than 2 minutes to make sure I'm getting all my teeth. I would absolutely love a flossing video, as the wire makes flossing normally impossible and the floss pick things that are basically mini straw cleaning brushes are too thick to get into some places.

[@zenkakuji3776]

I have found that using a children's size toothbrush let's me more easily access the back molar area and it seems like I get a better clean. I experienced this by accident when I stayed in a Tokyo hotel and the toothbrush provided was smaller than my usual Adult size. After that trip, I've purchased the children's sized toothbrushes and have been happy with my pearly whites 😁

[@Avellania]

And they have better designs.

[@angelr194]

@@Avellania It depends... I had one where the handle where curved like a road, worst grip of my life.

[@jeremiahfisher]

I feel like Matt's take at the end was perfect. The electric might miss some plaque, but the manual can miss your gums. I think the manual tooth brushes are the pinnacle of dental care.

[@legendarygang4807]

No. They just don’t know how to use electric toothbrushes and did not read the manual bc they were not even brushing right

[@Yukielia]

I use something like the nano brush, and when I went to a cleaning, they were shocked at how clean my teeth were, they barely needed to do anything for me. It's super soft and comfy which feels much better than harder brushes too.

[@bloxdlust]

finally someone who brushes once a day in the morning, youre so real for that mat

[@pikanique]

Another question you could dive into is how much toothpaste do we really need to use when we brush and do we tend to over do it

[@catherinebaldwin6580]

I heard you just need a pea size drop, but more wouldn’t negatively affect you. …Except your pocketbook.

[@michaelmcleod6203]

Hello there, I'm a dental student here to answer your question! You really don't need much toothpaste, and that's because toothpaste doesn't really do much to remove plaque. 80% or more of the plaque that is removed when you brush is from the mechanical action of the toothbrush. So, if you were to brush without toothpaste, it would be at least 80% as effective as brushing with toothpaste. The main benefit of toothpaste is the fluoride, and the other ingredients are much more about the psychology of making you feel clean. So, as long as you have enough toothpaste to put a thin layer over your teeth, you're all set! It doesn't take much.

[@rachicolate]

I’m actually very curious to see how the brushes did on the backs of the teeth. I know it’s obviously more difficult to take pictures of, but in my experience that’s where most plaque buildup happens due to it being harder to reach (I also have a permanent retainer, which makes it more difficult to floss too)

[@klcarty]

This is the only reason I bought a sonic care. It's the $70 one. I always had horrible plaque on my bottom from teeth - once so bad it felt like I had one tooth!! I started using the sonic care and within 2 weeks the plaque started disappearing! You have to make sure you use it properly though. Read the instructions. 👌 Best of luck to you!!

[@violadabratsche4914]

I also switched to cross action round head electric at a recommendation and it took genuinely MONTHS to get used to the jackhammer in my face. And even though it said it had a "gentle" option, it was crazy painful at first. Now I am used to it though, I imagine if I were to try switching after having the toothbrush of violence, I would feel like I am not clean ever

[@voltstart4681]

5:20 i wanna see Matpats upgraded forks

[@arrowrandoman]

I love these episodes for how they also call into question how well a thing does it's job. Always makes me curious how these companies react to how their products are shown.

[@vectorwolf]

I've always been Team Manual. Nice to be vindicated, heh... I've just always felt the mechanical ones were too clumsy and I didn't want to mess with them or not be able to use it at all if the cat knocked it out of the charger or something. Mind you, I find flossing oddly satisfying so that helps too.

[@giornogiovanni3379]

At first I was really on the fence if style theory because I thought it would be boring the theory team has really pulled through and I love watching these

[@monroerobbins7551]

14:25 honestly, that was my same question! Last I read, the Vikings used chew sticks, which is very different to a pillow-like brush. Also, here’s a tip; don’t brush at a 90 degree angle: brush at a 45 degree angle. Helps get under the gumline

[@HustlerHorstRuediger]

You should have gotten a dentist explaining how to use the different types of brushes before trying them and evaluate eventual risks (for things like the nanobrush) afterwards.

[@YossDillo]

I get your logic, but most consumers don't have access to dentist direction outside of regular visits which is often once or twice a year if at all. It may be better to go without to demonstrate how the average consumer will choose and use a brush.

[@HustlerHorstRuediger]

@@YossDillo it's not about logic it's about everything else.

[@angelr194]

@@YossDillo You know there are dentists that use youtube too, right? Why not do a collab?

[@user-qx1om2wj1h]

Yeah, that something I notice too the soft brisle brushes arent as soft as they used to be, everytime I buy "soft" brushes they all feel too firm. I'd like to see more videos about sunscreen like spf lip gloss, hair spf, and dental hygiene like best flose/flossing method and best tongue brush/brushing method.

[@nesscerie8959]

I actually use a manual toothbrush, so I wanna say Hi to Theorist Amy! Based on the episode, I agree with the control part. I've always thought about getting an electric brush because it sounds cool and it can do all the work for me. But I like to have control in brushing my teeth so I can really brush up to the ends, and it's pretty satisfying once you finish after all the muscle work. And if I must say, this is by far the best fashion episode I've ever watched. I'm watching this on Dec 26 and it's giving a sense of trying something new next year. So yeah, I wanna try electric brushes, see where the days take me and yeah, Merry Christmas Team Theorist!

[@davidbarreiro5632]

Why steph’s teeth, look like one of those photos at the dentist 9:05

[@yukiotheanimator5399]

ikr 💀

[@trophygatherer]

I remember when my dentist told me to floss before I brush & I was so used to it being after that I was completely thrown off, but I feel I now have cleaner teeth & gums because of that.

[@mary_catherine2554]

My dentist told me that too.

[@Seed]

17:13 and great electricity bill

[@YepItsSandro]

20:13 not the nose hairs on matpat 😭😭😭😭

[@alissa2228]

This is why I still use the manual one (despite my husband trying so hard to get me to switch to his electric). I feel more in control of my tooth brushing, my teeth don't hurt from the aggressive nature of the electric brush, and I can easily purchase another toothbrush every few months when I feel the bristles are going too soft. I love my manual toothbrush, and I will never switch!

[@walkermorales337]

I mean for the sonicare one they didn’t follow the instructions and were treating it like a normal toothbrush which could explain the lower scores for the person who brushed on camera. As for me, I have a tendency to brush too hard with a manual toothbrush which resulted in a receding gum line, my dentist recommended an electric toothbrush since it has a pressure sensors, and that has helped a lot.

[@Celinra]

Related to brushing teeth, I once heard that it's better to brush before eating than after, the reason being that you're leaving your teeth with a level of protection, whereas brushing after can just grind leftover food particles into your teeth, making it worse in the long run. It'd be interesting to see a test on that if there's a follow-up to this theory. ...although maybe I'd rather NOT see that, since right now, that very nicely justifies my "brush once a day when I first wake up" routine, and I'm not sure I want to put that at risk.

[@roelsvideosandstuffs1513]

The charcoal toothbrush is the best for me. Anyway if you brush your teeth and you still feel your mouth is dirty, either you have a wrong brushing method or a wrong toothbrush.

[@boy638]

The "charcoal" material is irrelevant, it's down to brush shape and technique.

[@roelsvideosandstuffs1513]

@@boy638 i think you missed my second point and the part I said the best for me

[@catherinebaldwin6580]

Blessings to bamboo charcoal brushes. As an autistic person, I hated brushing my teeth with anything other than one of these. Everything else is too hard and overwhelmed my senses. Also, they’re the only thing that doesn’t bleed my gums.

[@emmerzleigh5540]

​@catherinebaldwin6580 Oh man I just git that one for a trip and honestly It is such a nice feeling. I'm autistic as well and kind of struggle but I never thought about why I struggle. Maybe it's the feeling. Thanks for the insight!!!

[@turkeysgotmorecloutthanyou]

I hope you’re not using charcoal tooth paste though, that stuff is actually dangerous for your teeth

[@Vastopian]

now test flossing and water pick flossing. i use a water pick and tbh i feel like its night and day difference. its so much faster and easier. it feels like it really cleans the gums and between the teeth so well.

[@McLovinSB84]

Would have been interesting to see a base test with everyone with thier usual toothbrush just to see how well they are cleaning under normal circumstances with a brush they are familier with. Would have loved to have seen the results of Santi's brush as that is the same one I like to use. All the upsides of both electric & manual. Should have been included as an additional data point.

[@HIGHTOWERX1000]

I'm honestly looking forward to water flossing because I don't floss, the floss gets stuck in my teeth. I bought my dad a water flosser and he uses floss as well which I assume he's getting a deep clean. Great work on the videos :) hope you all have a Merry Christmas :)

[@graypetcoyle]

I know a water pick isn’t a replacement for floss, it’s supposed to be used in conjunction with it. But like you floss gets stuck in my teeth. I’ve had wisdom teeth pushing my other teeth together, and now some teeth I can’t even get floss in between. So I’m saving up for a water pick so I can do something.

[@Silent_Lucidity]

Matpat casually showcasing the box of Rogaine on his bathroom counter is such a power move.

[@SophyTalent]

I noticed that it says women's Rogaine

[@magsisdumb478]

I used an electric brush for most of my childhood, and now i use a manual toothbrush because i feel like it gives me more control. The bristles also tend to be longer, so i feel like they do a better job at getting into the nooks and crannies and a bit between the teeth

[@minimelon327]

13:06 MESSY HAIR MATPAT FOR THE WIN XD