In order to achieve plaque control, which is necessary for the prevention of caries and gum disease, it is essential to maintain oral hygiene. An indispensable tool to achieve this is a toothbrush, which comes in two forms, a manual and an electric brush. A manual brush is driven exclusively by the individual's hand, and its use requires a certain manual dexterity, unlike an electric brush whose head is driven by a motor located inside the handle of the brush, which is a reason why it is recommended for people with poor manual dexterity and people with orthodontic braces. Due to their ease of use, electric toothbrushes have become a common means of maintaining oral hygiene among the general population over time. With the advancement of technology, new features such as timers and pressure sensors have been added to them, which further increases their popularity. Many studies have been conducted to determine which of the two types of brushes is better, with the conclusion that electric brushes more effectively remove plaque and prevent gingivitis than manual brushes. Also, research has been conducted examining their safety for soft and hard tissues, among them is the impact of brushing teeth with manual and electric brushes on non-inflammatory gingival recessions. From these studies, it follows that the proper use of manual as well as electric brushes leads to a reduction of gingival recessions without significant differences in both groups of subjects.