IntroductionWelcome to The Sense Check Lab, the podcast where we put everyday health claims to the test using only real scientific evidence—no hype, no hearsay, just rigorously checked facts. In this episode, we’re brushing up on one of the most common questions: "Electric Toothbrushes vs Manual—Is One Clearly Better?" We’ll explore what the latest research from leading universities, non-profit research centers, and major clinical cohorts actually shows about your best bet for oral health. Let’s dive past the marketing and see what the science says.DisclaimerThis podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dental advice. All information is based on published research from respected academic institutions and peer-reviewed journals. Individual needs and results may vary—always consult your dental professional for personalized recommendations.Reference ListBelow are the primary scientific studies and institutional reviews referenced throughout this episode:Powered/electric toothbrushes compared to manual toothbrushes for maintaining oral health. Cochrane Oral Health Group (2014, 2021) .Long-term impact of powered toothbrush on oral health: 11-year cohort study. University Medicine Greifswald, Journal of Clinical Periodontology .Harvard Health Publishing. "At-home dental care: True or false?" and "Brushing up on brushing" .Systematic Review and Meta Analysis of the Relative Effect on Plaque Index among Pediatric Patients Using Powered (Electric) versus Manual Toothbrushes. University of Nevada, Las Vegas, PubMed (2023) .Network Meta-Analysis of Toothbrush Technologies (2021) .Connected/Smart Toothbrushes and Oral Health Outcomes, JMIR (2025) .The effectiveness of manual versus powered toothbrushes for dental plaque and gingival health—a systematic review and meta-analysis. University of Manchester .Additional cohort, meta-analyses, and randomized clinical trials:German Oral Health Study,Nature, PubMed pediatric trials,BMC Oral Health smart toothbrush trials .

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