Table 1.
Duration of toothbrush use recommended by national dental associations
| Country or region | National dental association | Recommended duration of use, months |
|---|---|---|
| Africa | ||
| South Africa | South African Dental Association | 3.5 |
| Americas | ||
| Latin America | Hispanic Dental Association | 3 |
| Canada | Canadian Dental Association | 3 |
| USA | American Dental Association* | 3–4* |
| California Dental Association | A few months or until toothbrush appears worn | |
| National Institutes of Health* | 3* | |
| Oregon Dental Association | 3–4 | |
| Asia | ||
| India | Dental India | 3–4 |
| Iran | Iranian Dental Association | 3–4 |
| Malaysia | Malaysian Dental Association | 3 |
| Singapore | Singapore Dental Association | 3–4 |
| Germany | German Dental Association | 3 |
| Belgium France | Société de Médecine Dentaire | No |
| Union Française pour la Santé | 3 | |
| Bucco-Dentaire | ||
| Ireland | Irish Dental Association | 3–4 |
| UK | British Dental Association | 3–4 |
| Oceania | ||
| Australia | Australian Dental Association | 2–5 |
| New Zealand | New Zealand Dental Association | 3 |
*
Based on expert opinion without using evidence-based dentistry.
Sixteen of the 18 associations do not indicate the method to be used.