# Bristle Choice
> Dentists commonly recommend soft bristles. Learn why, when medium might be chosen and how to spot signs you are brushing too hard.

## Guides
- [Why Dentists Often Recommend Soft Bristles](https://soft-vs-medium-toothbrush.pages.dev/why-dentists-recommend-soft/): Dentists often suggest soft bristles because they clean the surface of the teeth and the gumline while being gentler on gums and enamel.
- [Hard Bristles and Enamel Wear](https://soft-vs-medium-toothbrush.pages.dev/hard-bristles-and-enamel/): Hard bristles used with firm pressure can contribute to wear at the gumline and irritation of the gums, which is why many dental teams advise against them for.
- [Extra-Soft Options for Sensitive Mouths](https://soft-vs-medium-toothbrush.pages.dev/extra-soft-for-sensitive/): If your teeth or gums react to brushing, an extra-soft brush is a gentle option worth trying alongside light pressure and a fluoride toothpaste.
- [Signs Your Bristles Have Splayed](https://soft-vs-medium-toothbrush.pages.dev/bristle-splay-signs/): Splayed bristles are bent outward, flattened or uneven, and they usually mean the brush has done its job and is due for replacement.
- [Asking Your Hygienist About Brush Choice](https://soft-vs-medium-toothbrush.pages.dev/ask-hygienist-brush-choice/): The most useful way to settle the soft versus medium debate is to ask your dental team directly, because they can see your gums and teeth.

## About
- [About Bristle Choice](https://soft-vs-medium-toothbrush.pages.dev/about/): not medical advice, how the site is funded and how guides are made

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