According to the present invention there is provided a toothbrush comprising an elongate body with a dentifrice chamber and a cleaning head. Ideally the toothbrush is electric. The neck is moveable axially. The axial movement of the neck causes dentifrice to exit the chamber to contact the bristles. Advantages of the toothbrush are that a precise amount of dentifrice to be dispensed onto the brushes and an optional nightlight is provided in a charging station or cradle.