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27.5.2014

I'm a firm convert to sonic toothbrushes but I needed to upgrade my Braun slim because I can't get hold of the brush heads any more. I wasn't expecting Philips Sonicare to impress me, but it did. Given that I am already using a fairly high spec sonic toothbrush I just expected more of the same but, I really can feel the difference with the Philips Sonicare. My teeth really do feel surprisingly cleaner--similar to the clean you get after a scale and polish at the dentist. Whether this is to do with the design of the brushhead or the speed of the toothbrush I can't tell.Please don't be put off by the initial weird tingle you feel when you first use a sonic toothbrush.I wasn't expecting it because I already use one but did happen. It only happens on the first occasion of use though.Info on the Amazon website states:'In order to get the most out of your Sonicare's battery life, it is essential that you charge it for 24 hours before first use.'There is no mention of this in the instructions as far as I can see and given that my toothbrush worked out of the packet I was tempted to start using it. However, is obviously important to charge it first even if it appears to be working.There are two sizes of brush heads: standard and mini. My pack contained the standard head which is quite small, so the mini must be really tiny.These are the pluses:* It charges silently. (Much quieter than the Braun which buzzed and kept my spouse awake in the next room.)* When you're using it, it is much quieter. Just a low hum.* I love the small brush head. It feels really gentle if your gums are receding.* The small brush seems to make it easier to get round all of the tooth surface.* As with most of these toothbrushes the bristles fade when it's time to replace the head.* It comes with a little clear plastic cap which you stick over the head for the sake of hygiene.Could do better:* Along with many other electric toothbrushes, this one cuts out after a couple of minutes when it thinks you're finished brushing. This is slightly annoying, but all you have to do is press the button to get it going again. (There is just one speed setting.) The compulsory time works okay for me if I do 2 min for the top set and then 2 min for the bottom set.* It's not as lightweight as the Braun slim, but that is particularly lightweight.* The 'whitening claim' on the box put me off initially because it sounded like it might be abrasive. However, the claim is simply that it makes teeth whiter than a manual toothbrush would if used for the same amount of time. So, pretty meaningless, really. I haven't noticed any dramatic whitening effect but I've got a feeling this is just a tagline to try and give the toothbrush a usp.*Not sure what the difference is from the Philips Sonicare HX6511/50 EasyClean Rechargeable Toothbrush which is half the price at time of writing. Must be the head, but it seems a lot for a head upgrade. It seems cheaper to buy the HX6511 handle cheaply and a pack of four Diamond Clean heads...Philips Sonicare HX6064/26 Diamond Clean Brush Heads Pack of 4 Correct me if I'm wrong, someone...There are a few negatives:* The charging stand is not wall mountable but I only need to charge it once a month, so this is no big problem.* The Philips Sonicare Replacement brush heads are little pricey at around £23 for a pack of four. Incidentally, the packaging states the handle spec is HX6511. The cheapest I've found is around £5 per head. They are more expensive than Braun heads.* It's never clear in toothbrush packaging and instructions which replacement brushheads to order. Such a simple thing but why is this not easier to find out, when it it all too easy to accidentally order counterfeit brushheads, never mind compatible ones?*All you get is the toothbrush, 1 x toothbrush head and a no frills charger.I've said it before and I'd say it again - I do think that it would be nice if they popped in a couple more brushheads so the whole family can clean their teeth out of the box.Update 20th June: This morning, I was horrified to find my toothbrush had stopped working. This turned out to be because I had neglected to recharge it since the initial charge up. This means that the brave little toothbrush has kept going since 27 May, on the original charge. That's nearly six weeks.Update 20th September. For the last month I've been trialling another brand of toothbrush. Yesterday, I had to stop because I could feel a buildup of plaque on my teeth. It was such a relief to switch back to the Philips Sonic. My teeth felt clean again.
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10.1.2017

I have been a Philip Sonicare toothbrush user from soon after Philips brought the product to market, at least 20 years ago. I've used quite a few Sonicare toothbrushes and have valuable experience of their range, having got through a few!The quality of Sonicare toothbrushes is excellent, despite having replaced older units either through batteries eventually failing (no battery lasts forever) or the toothbrush getting old and/or dropped/damaged.Having had the top of the range Sonicare, and several models in between, I now only use any Sonicare on the basic 'clean' mode. I haven't really bothered with any of the other modes, e.g. 'sensitive gum', 'freshen', 'whiten', 'massage', etc.I just want clean teeth and fresh breath!The only option this brush has, and I find very useful, is the ‘quadpacer’ function. This is where the toothbrush runs for 2 minutes then turns itself off automatically, buzzing/beeping briefly every 30 seconds. This helps you spend an appropriate amount of time on different parts of your teeth. You can always turn the brush off before the 2 minutes is up, and turn it on again should you want more than 2 minutes.This model (the HX6511) fits the bill perfectly. It's the cheapest 'proper' (31,000 strokes per minute) toothbrush without the frills.Incidentally, the models are described as HX1234/nn where 1234 is the actual handle model, and nn is the type of toothbrush head supplied.Sonicare cleans brilliantly, just remember to read the instructions, i.e. don't treat it as a normal toothbrush - only very gentle pressure required - too much and the cleaning effectiveness will reduce drastically.Battery life is excellent (absolute minimum over a week, twice a day, two people). The charge indicator and battery life indicator (the same shared LED built into the switch) is very basic but more than adequate, especially if the handle is returned to the charger after each use.The handle is quiet, weighted nicely (not too heavy), 'clean lines' and easy hold and use. My only very slight issue, being unlike some other models, there is no rubberised grip area, only ridged smooth plastic. So if you have wet hands (not too likely) then it may be a little slippery, but I've never had any problems. It also means it can be kept cleaner easier.As with all Sonicare toothbrushes, it's best to replace the heads regularly. Instructions say 3 months, but I replace every 4 to 6 months.Also, very roughly between 18 to 30 months (depending on use, etc) the battery will lose some 'oomph' (charge capacity and voltage drop-off). The toothbrush is still quite usable, just not quite as powerful as new. In fact I still use some of my really old units for cleaning jewellery/small car parts/electronics/kitchen utensils/etc.Batteries can be replaced if you have some basic soldering/practical experience (there are plenty of YouTube videos to help).There are things in life that are almost classed as optional 'luxury' items (dishwashers, ice making machines, espresso machines, etc.), but this is one item I would count as essential. The difference between manual and Sonicare brushing is amazing.Highly recommended product!Oh, yes, one more thing - I'm half a century old, have all my own teeth, and NO fillings - that may or may not have anything to do with Sonicare, but I'm sure it's an important factor!If you find this review useful, please consider clicking on ‘YES’ below, thanks!
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12.1.2015

I bought this toothbrush in the boxing day sale and have been using it twice daily for the last couple of weeks. Not having used a sonic toothbrush before, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I have been very impressed with the toothbrush so far and have noticed that my teeth feel much cleaner than when I use a manual brush.In the box is the brush handle, 1 x Phillips DiamondClean standard brush head (easy to push onto the handle), 2 pin charger, instructions, 2 year warranty, and a plastic cap for the brush head.The concept of a sonic toothbrush is simple but effective - the brush head vibrates extremely quickly and helps to push fluid between your teeth, thereby giving a better clean.This model has a speed of 'up to 31,000 brush strokes per minute', which is the same speed as the most expensive products in the Phillips Sonicare range. The toothbrush is very simple to use, and minimal effort is required. The key is to only use a slight pressure and let the brush do the work, angling the brush slightly towards your gumline and moving it gently over your teeth. No need to scrub! The brush operates at a slightly lower speed for the first use, gradually ramping up over the next 14 uses until it reaches full speed. This is a great little feature that helps you get used to the feeling of a sonic brush, and it is simple enough to turn this off if you want to go full speed from the very start.The brush handle is nice and simple, with a single button which turns it on and off. The button is lit by a green LED light, which flashes if the battery gets too low and requires charging. The brush operates on a 2 minute timer, and every 30 seconds it pauses vibrating for a split second and makes a sound to let you know to move onto the next area of your mouth. Some people may find this slightly annoying but for me, 30 seconds is normally plenty of time to do each section of the mouth (front of top teeth, back of top teeth, front of bottom teeth, back of bottom teeth). It switches off automatically after the 2 minutes is up. It doesn't have the different modes (polish, sensitive etc.) that some of the more expensive models do, but in my opinion the basic clean mode does the job perfectly.I charged the battery up for 24 hours before first use 2 weeks ago, and so far I still have not yet had to charge it up. I will update this review when the battery finally requires a recharge but I get the feeling it won't be for a while yet.This model is compatible with all of the Sonicare brush heads - ProResults, Sensitive, InterCare, DiamondClean. Can't comment on the others but the DiamondClean head supplied does a fantastic job, and is the perfect size.Overall, a fantastic sonic toothbrush and one that is well worth the price tag. Highly recommended.
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10.1.2014

I have been using electronic toothbrushes for nearly 20 years now. Most of the models I have used have performed to a high enough standard to leave me not wishing to use a regular manual toothbrush anymore.Philips' Sonicare however, is a considerable improvement in a few ways over the Oral B models I have used. What I like most of all is the how much fresher my mouth feels after the toothbrush does it's job. The effort required by the user is very minimal. As the manual suggests; guiding the toothbrush slowly, instead of actual scrubbing is all that is required for desired results in only two minutes.I also like the slimness the body of the motor unit.Previous models have been wide enough to result in occasional collisions with front teeth when reaching rear teeth.The stock bristles are very comfortable. As good as I have encountered over the years.The charge time isn't much of an improvement over what I am used to. Up to 24 hours is normal for a full charge from an almost completely drained battery. The good news is, I went three weeks before I needed to recharge the HX6511/50. I have found the battery on almost everything rechargeable does do better in the long run when a full, uninterrupted charge is provided every time.Very low maintenance is required. Keeping the brush, the replaceable head and the charging station clean is easy. A rinse of the head and motor body after every use is worthwhile. Wiping-down the charging base whenever it appears anything less than clean with a multipurpose cleaner has always worked well for me.Pros:1. Very minimal motor vibration.2. Teeth-hugging bristles3. Impressive ergonomics. Good fit in the palm and easy to guide.4. Green LED instead of blue. Much more subtle in the dark at night.5. Leaves mouth feeling very fresh.6. Price.7. Convenient when traveling - dual voltage and 50/60Hz. Charges just about anywhere offering electricity (socket fitment adapter may still be required).8. On/off button is easy to access, but not where you are likely to keep accidentally switching it off.Cons:1. Charge time no worse than the competition, but it doesn't seem to have improved in 20 years.2. Power cord takes a couple of weeks to soften. Results in the base requiring basic support during charging to avoid falling-over.3. Open with care to avoid packaging cuts.Overall, I am very pleased with my purchase. Philips are offering a very well thought-out design here which works very effectively. Not many bells and whistles are on board (quite normal at it's price point), but it has everything to get your mouth feeling fresh within two minutes. And it does so without feeling as though it is applying too much pressure or excess scrubbing to teeth and gums.
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16.6.2014

My dentist is always telling me that electric toothbrushes are much better and although I have previously purchased one - albeit what he would probably call a budget one - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Oral-B-Vitality-Precision-Rechargeable-Toothbrush/dp/B003U9V7SC/ref=sr_1_2?s=drugstore&ie=UTF8&qid=1402917080&sr=1-2&keywords=electric+toothbrush - I am REALLY bad at keeping it charged and actually using it - I keep it in the bathroom cupboard for hygeine purposes and so the trusty manual toothbrush is used out of habit.I was interested to try this - part of me wondering what a toothbrush with an RRP of £90 could possible achieve (selling at £45 at the time of writing this review). Well - I am converted!My teeth feel clean - you know the teeth licking clean you see on adverts? Yes that one! I'm not sure about the "whitening" claims - I don't smoke, or drink red wine or coffee, so my teeth are about as white as they will ever be (naturally, anyway!)This toothbrush is very quiet (both to charge - no "white noise" - and to use), holds its charge well, and feels good quality. I'd definitely say its worth the current £45 price, but I'm not sure I'd fork out £90 for it - see negatives below.The replacement heads work out £5ish each if you buy 4 on subscribe and save - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-Sonicare-HX6014-26-Standard/dp/B00DE8V0RW/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?s=drugstore&ie=UTF8&qid=1402916968&sr=1-2-fkmr0&keywords=Philips+Sonicare+HX6511%2F43.My husband and I have separate electric toothbrushes - distinguished by a coloured ring you can insert between the handle and the brush head - but it has never even occurred to me we could share the handle and just buy separate brushheads! This one is so much better than my previous electric toothbrush so I think we may just do exactly that!There are of course some negatives:- would be handy of the toothbrush came with a protective cover for travelling etc - there's a sort of brush head protector but it doesn't fully encase the head, just protects the bristles from damage, not from dirt.- would be helpful to come with an adaptor - it is fitted with a shaving plug but we don't have a shaving socket- the base on which you stand the toothbrush is VERY small (only marginally bigger than the handle) and is liable to topple over - especially with the weight of the lead potentially pulling it over- an extra head would be helpful given the price!- the light that comes on when its charging is not very helpful - the solid green light means it has charged anywhere between 20% and 100%. Now that is quite a range! A different light when it reaches 100% charge would be much more helpful.All in all, great toothbrush if you can get it for £45!
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29.1.2018

I ordered this toothbrush to replace my 3 year old oral B electric toothbrush.I had never tried the Sonicare line, so had no idea what to expect.It was received on the 19/11/17, and at the time of writing (29/01/18), I only had to charge it once! And only yesterday did it go under the 5% mark. So it still has a few days to go before needing another top up. For those who are wondering, I brush my teeth twice a day, so the long battery life is not linked to a bad oral hygiene regime (you cheeky!). So battery life is a 5/5.As I mentioned, I never tried the Philips Sonicare range before, so I did not know what to expect. It feels different than other electric toothbrushes, as the movement is extremely fast,and very small. It's more like a vibration than an actual mechanical brushing. The toothbrush is a clever one, because for the first 14 brushes, it increases its intensity ever so slightly to get you used to the sensation of the type of brushing it provides.I find it quite pleasant, although sometimes, it makes your whole skull vibrate, and becomes quite noisy (in your head only).As for the results, I am very pleased with the Sonicare, my teeth feel clean after brushing and throughout the day. I can't tell whether it is better than the "traditional" electric brushing, but it is certainly at least as good.Noise-wise, it is less noisy than other toothbrushes, but as mentioned above, the "noise" happens in your head mainly (It is not bad at all though, fear not).To note, there was no manual in the box, which I thought was strange, but I downloaded it off the Philips website, and printed it. But it is a toothbrush, it's more or less on / off, so no big trouble when it comes to the operation. The manual just explains how the toothbrush communicates its battery level to you, and how to reset it to "factory settings" to reset that increasing intensity program for a potential new user.The toothbrush carry a 2min cycle, with a higher frequency vibration (which sounds like a beep in your head) every 30seconds to tell you to the next section of your teeth.After brushing, the way the light is displayed tells you about the battery level:- Solid green: battery level above 20%- flashing green: level between 5 and 20%- flashing green and 3 audible sounds: battery level below 5% (time to charge)A full charge takes about 24h.I would definitely recommend it, on the battery life alone. You could go on holidays for 3 weeks, and wouldn't have to worry about charging it. Which is really great.
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2.6.2014

Have used Oral B electric brushes for decades but this blows them out of the park.First use -The brush feels like it is tickling your gums whilst emiting a highish( but not unpleasantly so) noise. You just let the brush do all the work making sure it is wet, moving from one area to the next but not pressing down - it seemed to gentle to have any effect but my teeth felt really, really clean and shiny afterwards.Like all electric brushes you need to charge it up first. It comes with a shaver socket 2 pin lead so you need to have an adapter plug. I wish these were included in such a high spec product.I am also confused as to why they have 2 pin shaver leads as the instructions for electric toothbrushes always advise not charging them in a bathroom.The light on the front of the brush flashes green whilst charging and remains green when charged.The brush itself is very light. The head pushes on but does not have a fully tight fit ( there was a little gap) which may be an issue for cleaning. The heads are a comparable price withthe oral B ones so no problem there. The light on the front glows green when the unit is on and the brush slows down a bit to timecleaning each quadrant of the teeth. It cuts out when the 1 minute is up. Personally I clean my teeth for a bit longer so I do not really like how the unit switches off - perhaps it will train me to have better habits.I have only had the brush a week or so and the instructuions say the sonic effects builds up over 15 days when first using so that you get used to it - so I guess by next week I will no longer need to spend 2 minutes brushing and just the recommended one minute.I think this brush is much superior to my rotating Oral B (top end) brush and am impressed by the switch. I have a particulary troublesome pair of back teeth that almost touch in their centre. Food inevitably gets trapped and usually I feel totally lost without floss. However the sonic effect which pushes water through your teeth and gums and I have really noticed a difference after cleaning that I have much less need to rely on the floss.Very happyUpdate: been using this brush for over 2 years now and still love it. It hardly ever needs to be charged (about every couple of months) and still looks great and is very easy to clean. There seems to have been no loss of power over time that I have experienced with other electric brushes.
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28.10.2015

I have purchased 4 Sonicares since 2011Philips Sonicare HX6972/10 FlexCare Plus Rechargeable Toothbrush June 2011 $136.99Philips Sonicare HX6972/10 FlexCare Plus Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush February 2012 $156.11Philips Sonicare HX6972/10 FlexCare Plus Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush October 2012 $136.24Philips Sonicare HX6921/02 FlexCare Plus Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush January 2014 $155.99First of all, I am an idiot. These Sonicares come with a 2 year warranty. I should have been returning these toothbrushes whenever they broke. That aside....As you can see, the first Sonicare lasted 8 months, the second one lasted 8 months, the third one lasted 15 months, and the fourth one lasted 20 months.None of them lasted 2 years. These things break fast. And they're expensive.When my last Sonicare broke, I was tired of paying so much money for brushes that kept breaking. Did I really need 5 cleaning modes? I've owned Sonicares for 4 years, and I personally have never used any cleaning mode except Regular and Gum Care (which just adds an extra minute).Seeing that Sonicare had discontinued its old models, I thought that I would just purchase a "cheaper" model from their new line up. So in September 2015 I bought a Philips Sonicare 3 Series Gum Health HX6631/02 for $84.95. That thing was like brushing your teeth with a chain saw, it was that loud.Frustrated with the inflated prices of the newer models, and the spectacular failure of my one attempt at using a cheaper version of one of these new models, I purchased an older, discontinued model, the Easy Clean.This toothbrush reminds me of a Macbook Pro. Unibody. One mode, one button. Whisper quiet. It just works. You can feel how sturdy it is. It doesn't feel delicate like the more expensive models with more electrical doodads that might breakAlso, so far, none of that "gunk between the brush and the head" that plagues Sonicare. The brush head fits snugly on the brush body, which is why it's so quiet.I've only had this Sonicare Easy Clean a month, so I may change my review in the future if this dies on me early. But I've already knocked it over a few times, and this brush just shrugged it off with a "meh" and kept working.As someone who was tried many different Sonicares, I would highly recommend this model, and only this model.
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23.5.2014

After using another brand of electric toothbrush with a rotating head, I tried a Philips Sonicare for the first time last year, was instantly converted and this brush confirms my preference.In short, it is lightweight, sleek and slender, easy to hold and comfortable to navigate to every area of your mouth. As for effectiveness, I couldn't score it more highly. Although it doesn't have the extra features of my older brush, ie 3 different speed settings, gum mode and stain removal mode, it could be argued that these are not really essential. What it does do is provide my teeth with a very thorough clean leaving my mouth feeling cleaner and fresher than any of the rotating-brushes managed.My teeth don't just feel brushed - they feel polished!For the first 14 uses, the brush operates in an 'easy start' mode and gradually increases in intensity until it reaches full power which is intended for first-time users to get used to the sensation after switching from a manual brush. For those familiar with electric brushes, the 'easy start' mode can be over-ridden. I used it for the first few times and was pleasantly surprised by how gentle, yet still very effective, it felt.A timer beeps every 30 seconds to aid brushing each quadrant of the mouth, then it switches off after the recommended minimum of 2-minutes brushing time. The molar surfaces or any stains can then be brushed further, if required.Replacement heads are readily available and all of the Philips Sonicare range have the same fitting so you can choose the type which suits you best.The brush claims to remove stains within a week of use. It is certainly very effective at removing light stains and it has noticeably reduced some of the deep stains present around the gumline for the last 30+ years but as even the dentist's polisher can't shift these completely, I can't complain that the Sonicare hasn't wholly removed them either!This is a brush I would definitely recommend highly. It is more expensive than other types but if you want to enjoy the feeling of really-clean teeth, healthy gums and probably reduced dental bills, then it is a brush I would consider a very worthwhile investment and, having felt its benefits, I would happily recommend it and buy it.
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23.6.2014

As a long-term electric toothbrush user I can honestly say that this brush is the most effective one I have ever used. The high speed vibrating action when brushing is noticeably different to my previous toothbrush, a Braun Oral B, or to any other I've tried. In use it felt as if my lips and cheeks were also vibrating at speed. There was a little bleeding from my gums on the first couple of uses, but this didn't persist, thankfully. It is safe to use on braces, fillings, crowns and veneers.Philips do recommend that anyone who has had 'oral or gum surgery' in the previous two months consults their dentist before use.I used an ordinary non-whitening toothpaste and after three weeks use my teeth were definitely whiter.Philips recommend that the brush head be cleaned very thoroughly after use if peroxide/baking soda/ or other bicarbonate toothpastes are used as these substances, commonly used in whitening toothpastes can crack the plastic.The vibrating action may take a bit of getting used to, and with this in mind, Philips have a clever 'Easy start' feature which starts the new user off slowly, gradually increasing the speed for the next 14 uses, providing the brush is used for at least 1 minute. The Easy - start is set to operate for all users as a default , so please do note this when first using.I bypassed this by holding the on off button for two seconds, and a beep told me it had been deactivated. It can be reactivated by holding the button down for two seconds.I did accidentally reactivate Easy-start and not notice until it was used, when the brush was noticeably slower. Fortunately I realised what I had done, but do please make a mental note of this - it would be easy to assume the brush wasn't working properly when this happened. Easy-start is not recommended for long - term use as it doesn't have the same powerful cleaning action as the standard setting.The recommended time for brushing is two minutes; an audible beep every 30 seconds reminds you to move to a different quarter of your mouth. After two minutes the Smartimer function automatically switches the brush off.In summary, a powerful, effective brush that lives up to its promises when used correctly. Highly recommended.
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12.6.2014

I love this toothbrush, it just works so well! I was using the Colgate C200 ProClinical Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush prior to the Philips, and I was pretty pleased with that one. On using the Philips, however, I found it to better and gentler.Let me explain: I had a new crown fitted just over a month ago, and when I used the Colgate toothbrush I found that it just vibrated a bit too much on the crown, making it uncomfortable and giving me horrible thoughts of the crown falling out. I would then have to lift it a bit higher off the tooth when I was brushing the crown, and I took to avoiding the crown after giving it a cursory brush. When I use the Philips there is no such problem,I can't feel any difference between using the toothbrush on the crown or on my other teeth. The ultrasonic vibrations are at a higher frequency and the actual movement of the brush head seems smaller, so it is vibrating more but not moving about as much when compared to the Colgate (I hope that makes sense!)Another thing I love about the Philips is that it really does help get rid of your stains. Prior to having the crown fitted I was having problems with the faulty tooth, so I had to use Corsodyl mouthwash to help the healing even though the hygienist had specifically told me not to as it gives your teeth terrible stains. After just a week or so of using the Philips the stains are not noticeable, in fact I've just been to the dentist for a check-up and she said my teeth were nice and clean. The Sonicare leaves you with a lovely smooth surface on the teeth, like after being to the dentist.Compared with the Colgate toothbrush the Philips also has a longer-lasting battery, so I can go over a week without needing to charge it. The indicator light also flashes when it needs charging, unlike the Colgate which gives no warning and just dies on you.I heard a lot about the Philips Sonicare toothbrush, and I'm pleased to say that it has completely exceeded my expectations. Having had the perfectly good Colgate C200 ProClinical Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush to compare it to, I would say that the Philips is simply a better toothbrush.
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2.8.2016

Over the years I've used both Sonicare and OralB electric toothbrushes, there is no doubt in my mind that they are much better than a standard toothbrush.My 4 year old OralB was starting to get a little tired with poor battery life and no matter which head I used it seemed to struggle with my teeth at times.I saw a version of this in Boots (HX6511/50) which being a slightly higher number should be better, but it turns out the main body is exactly the same but this model has a DiamondClean brush head instead of the normal brush head - it then dropped in price and was cheaper than Boots so I bought one.The packaging is all recycleable with no annoying plastic to peel off or break into with the skill of a safe cracker,instead the box is easy to open and contains the main body, diamondclean brush (inc plastic cap), charger and instruction manual/warranty information.Having used an electric brush for years, the first thing I did was disable the easy start that is programmed by default - this is a 14 day ease you into using it setting, basically it lowers the intensity of the vibrations and gently increases them over 14 days until you reach full power, to disable it hold the power button for a couple of seconds until you hear a single beep, to turn it back on, hold it again until you hear a double beep.With all toothbrushes, the first time you use it, you teeth feel very clean, well several days in and its still the same, smooth feeling, clean looking teeth and gums.Now all the major brushes have a 2 minute timer broken down into 30 seconds segments (one for each 1/4 of your mouth) - the OralB 30 second timer was odd, the first 30 seconds was only 20 seconds, the breaks between the segments were so small you could miss them easily. The sonicare is a defined break and each segment is 30 seconds.The only downside lf this compared to the OralB is the brush heads are quite a bit more expensive, but they do last twice as long (6 months vs 3 months) and are often found on offer in places.The initial charge lasted over 6 weeks!! which compared to the usual 5/6 days I was getting with my Oral B was amazing.
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25.11.2015

This gets 5 stars because in my view it is the best all round toothbrush on the market.I have used variants of the Philips Sonicare for more than 6 years and they are far superior to the earlier versions or the Oral 'B' main competition.The most important issue is your teeth and gum health. Gum condition in particular has been linked to heart health, so the extra cost of regular dentistry and a proper cleaning regime should be paid without complaint.As an amateur 'fixer' I have taken a number of these brushes apart, from the earlier basic models to the most recent luxury version. They all have the same basic components and will suffer the same failures. Philips claim more plaque removal(up to 7 times)for their luxury models but in my opinion this budget brush has to remove as much plaque as the most expensive version as the sonic action is generated from exactly the same component parts. As others have shared, the basic cleaning program is all I use too, so for us and quite possibly you, the extra options available on the more expensive versions are not required.These brushes do not last forever but you can maximise their life. I only use mine once a day as instinctively feel that an ordinary manual toothbrush cleaning first thing in the morning combined with the Sonicare at night works better for me + great side effect - should double life of brush. Do not allow water/toothpaste to migrate onto little rubber seal or handle. This can be achieved by using the brush at an angle that keeps flow to the brush head rather than the handle. Once water gets through the seal into the electrics your brush will die. If you can stop damp getting in to the brush internals the terminal issue is very likely to be the metal shaft that transfers power from the motor to the brush head. This part can break/weaken if the brush is dropped or too much pressure exerted but more importantly has a limited life and is not, unless you are extremely keen, replaceable. Expect your brush to last 2.5 - 4 years before a replacement is needed. Treat it as money well spent on the best home based dental care you can get.
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3.2.2018

This is the 3rd Philips Sonicare Tooth brush I have had over the years. I decided on this basic one this time as it was cheaper that the last one I had, I did not want any fancy bits that I did not use. In comparison to the last unit, this is has a little less force, which suits me. For any brush to do its job it has to be done with the ends of the bristles so if you put to mush force on the brush it just bends them out of the area you want to clean, just put on very light pressure and let it do it work and the brushes will last longer too and be kinder to your gums. I always floss morning and night as I find no brush cleans away all the plaque.The battery life is listed as 2 weeks rather than 3 weeks for some of the others so probably a smaller battery, I always return my unit to the charger anyway and this way its always topped up with the charge, so no problem for me.I decided to see what sort of battery was fitted to my old unit, it has a Li-ion Battery fitted, so presumably this has the same type but lower mAh.Lithium batteries do not like to be drained fully and have no problem been topped up, so in my view keeping the unit on its charger is a plus as it shuts off when done. The unit will have a system to stop the Li-ion battery getting too low to damage the battery, just be sure to recharge when it warns you to, don't keep trying to get the last bit of power out of it.The reason my old brush packed up was the ingress of water that has seeped out of the brush head in to the unit as the o ring seal inside the casing had worn a little due to the small limescale deposits that seem to collect under the brush base and the unit.I have deiced to remove the brush head after each use and dry the unit as this should stop the same thing happening with this one, I think this may be the reason some people have brushes pack up on them after just a few months.I hope my information has been of interest to you, if yes please click the yes thingy at the bottom.Regards Anthony
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17.5.2014

As far as I am aware there are only two makes of electric toothbrushes,Braun and Philips.I have used both brands for years. Both brands are excellent.This Philips model follows the same design as all other electric brushes,Has clean lines, is comfortable to hold and appears well built.It comes with the ubiquitous charging station, which uses electromagnetic pulses to charge the battery, and you need a full 24-hour charge the first time you use the brush.Philips has an “Easy Start” programme which uses a more gentle approach to brushing for the first 14 times you use this brush.The purpose is to make brushing less strident for people using an electric brush for the very first time,which I think is an excellent feature.I disabled the “Easy Start” process (Press and hold the power button for 2 seconds) and went straight to full strength cleaning.Now the key question, how good is this brush?Well it is excellent; it cleans my teeth thoroughly, without any discomfort during or after the brushing.It has a pacing system, which beeps and stalls the brushing for a second to remind you to move on to the next section, personally I have never particularly liked this (Braun have it as well) and I tend to ignore it, but each to their own.When it comes to “Whitening” I must confess I couldn’t see an appreciable difference. To me the actual cleaning is more important and this is really good.Also the paste you choose may make a difference, I use Sensodyne and I don’t go for whitening pastes.The battery holds a decent charge and a pack of replacement heads costs about £23.00.Would I buy this brush? If your main concern is a good, clean, healthy set of teeth then yes.If you want to whiten your teeth then I am not sure how effective it will be.Overall an excellent well made easy to use brush that really cleans your teeth well and holds a decent charge.Maintenance is easy, just wash under a tap.You can’t really go wrong with a Philips Sonicare, recommended.
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