Sonic Toothbrush (2024)

FAQs

What is the downside of a sonic toothbrush? ›

Handling is also easy, since the sonic toothbrushes are usually light and ergonomically shaped. One potential downside to sonic toothbrushes is that they can be too noisy for some people.

Studies have even shown that sonic toothbrushes still provide superior plaque removal even when they are held up to 4mm away from the tooth's surface! Obviously, users should brush in full contact with their teeth, but this is a testament to how effectively people can clean their teeth with this technology.

Sonicare's heads are large and flat compared to Oral-B's small round brushes, and they're long-lasting, according to Wellspring Dental dentist Mandy Nebel, who prefers Sonicare over other brands. This specific model — one of two from the brand accepted by the ADA — is a more entry-level Sonicare.

Yes, you still need to floss even if you use an electric toothbrush. But a sonic toothbrush does clean all the deep surfaces that are hard to reach, which makes it better for oral care than a manual toothbrush.

Instead of oscillating and rotating, the Sonic toothbrushes vibrate at a rate of 31,000 strokes per minute. Their patented sonic technology allows a dynamic clean action that drives fluid between teeth and along the gum line.

Electric toothbrushes can also be used to brush your tongue and the roof of your mouth. Your tongue and soft tissues can harbour lots of bacteria too and need to be cleaned as well as your teeth.

On average, you can expect electric toothbrushes to last between three and five years. Most manufacturers offer a warranty on electric toothbrushes, between one and two years, so make sure you hold onto your receipt in the event that it doesn't last for its advertised lifespan.

Once your brush head is no longer effective or are worn out, the Brush Head Replacement reminder icon on the handle will blink amber. This indicates that it is recommended to change your brush head.

There could be a failed seal either at the button or at the top of your toothbrush that has allowed water to go in. It's possible that the circuit board is wet from the ruined seal causing the button contacts to go on at random times. I've seen this happen with my sonicare toothbrush.

The intensity will automatically be selected based on the brush head you attach. While brushing, you can change the intensity by pressing the mode/intensity button. This feature cannot be adjusted if the handle is paused or powered off.

What is the #1 electric toothbrush? ›

Best Electric Toothbrush Overall : Oral-B Pro 1000 Power Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush. Best Upgrade Electric Toothbrush: Oral-B iO Series 5 Electric Toothbrush. Best Smart Electric Toothbrush: Oral-B iO Series 7G Electric Toothbrush.

We frequently get asked which Sonicare toothbrush is best for gum recession. This is our recommendation. This Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 5100 allows you to change intensities to allow you to brush with less intensity if your gums are feeling sensitive. It also alerts you if you're brushing too hard by pulsing.

Plus, an Oral-B electric toothbrush like the Oral-B Pro 1000 even removes 26% more plaque than Sonicare DiamondClean* and 100% more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush.

In fact, a study shows that people using this toothbrush had higher plaque reduction, a lower gingival index, better pocket depth reduction and less bleeding upon probing when using a Sonicare toothbrush. Sonicare is the most sought after toothbrush on the market today.

Electric rotating-oscillating toothbrushes come with lower power than sonic toothbrushes, but due to the rotating head you can find them quite powerful in removing the plaque off your teeth. Sonic toothbrushes, on the other hand, are considered much more effective thanks to the high level of vibrations they provide.

We frequently get asked which Sonicare toothbrush is best for gum recession. This is our recommendation. This Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 5100 allows you to change intensities to allow you to brush with less intensity if your gums are feeling sensitive. It also alerts you if you're brushing too hard by pulsing.

Because of the vibrational motion of bristle heads on an oscillating toothbrush, it's possible to chip fillings with an oscillating electric brush. Please keep in mind that this is very uncommon. For the most part, these toothbrushes are safe to use.