11.7.2015

This high-end toothbrush attempts to justify its asking price by claiming to make your teeth whiter in one week. So does it? Well, I've been testing it for a week, especially for you, reader – cleaning half my mouth with this new Philips Sonicare, and the other half with my regular toothbrush. It's the closest I can get to a scientific test.So are half my teeth whiter? Before I answer that, I should say that this isn't an entirely fair test because my regular toothbrush is a basic Braun/OralB electric toothbrush – albeit one that cost a fraction of what this costs – and not a manual brush. That said, I might have expected some difference, but I can't detect one. I've been using the Philips on its highest of three settings,and on the 'Whitening' setting too, with regular toothpaste. After a week, my teeth look and feel... just the same.But, you may decide to take Philips' claims about the quality of cleaning this system manages at face value. It's just that I can't verify them. It does an excellent job, but so does my Braun.The brush itself is rather lovely though. As a piece of industrial design it is beautiful. The choice of materials and the execution is top end. As it should be.But I found the method of selecting between 'normal' and 'white' mode a bit irritating. You press the power button to cycle between these modes and off. But to be absolutely sure you're in the right mode, you have to try to see the LED while it's in your mouth, which isn't easy. Take it out and you'll splatter toothpaste everywhere. You can't change the mode while it's switched off. You might get used to the slightly different sound each mode makes, but I could never remember which was which and always had to look.I didn't care for the high-frequency buzzing at first, which is like having a very angry bluebottle in your mouth. It set my teeth on edge. But I got used to that quickly enough. The brush head is much smaller than the OralB tri-zone head I like to use, but it's no problem, and some may prefer it. It lacks one advantage of the mechanical OralB system though: the option to use several different types of brush head with different cleaning functions.Like most electric toothbrushes, this one lets you know when it's time to clean a different 'quadrant' of your mouth. It changes the sound for a second or so. If you find this unnecessary or (as I do) annoying, you can turn off the function by pressing and holding the 'down' button when the toothbrush is on its charger. You can change a couple of other functions in this way too.The charger is a standard induction type. Philips say you can charge other similar devices on it, and you can leave the toothbrush permanently charging if you need to. In theory you shouldn't, because one of the high-end features of this model is its extra-long battery life. Well, in theory. But mine doesn't seem to be quite right. Even after charging for 48 hours, I didn't get the green 'battery full' LED, and always have the flashing amber LED that means the battery needs charging. Hmm. (Update: I charged it for a further full 48 hours and got the solid green LED. But after one brushing, it changed to flashing green, which means 'moderate charge' according to the instructions. I'll see how long it lasts before I get the five beeps that apparently means you really have to charge it.) All the LEDs stay lit when you switch off, for a few seconds, which is disconcerting at first.I only got one brush head in the package. That's a bit mean, all things considered, because genuine Philips replacements are not cheap.So it's a luxury toothbrush that looks the part and does a good job but is no better at cleaning your teeth than a cheaper model (in my tests) and has a couple of irritations that for me put it into the 'just worth thinking about' category. In the end I've gone back to my Braun/OralB toohbrush simply because I prefer the feel of it in my mouth.

8.6.2016

Sonicare toothbrushes are my absolute favourite, and no other brand I have tried has come close to the clean feeling experienced when using Sonicare. The HX8918/10 is another really good toothbrush from the Sonicare range.There are two modes of brushing available when using this particular toothbrush. These are Clean and White. I have tried both modes at different points, but I much prefer the 'White' mode. This particular mode aims to reduce staining within a week, and it leaves your teeth feeling amazing. As a parent of a toddler, I don't get a lot of sleep, so I rely heavily on caffeinated drinks like gallons of coffee. As such,I like to think that the Sonicare range is actively helping me to minimise the effects that these drinks would have on my teeth.Whilst using my new toothbrush, I had a fleeting thought about whether the Sonicare could in any way affect my fillings...I want my toothbrush to prevent any new fillings, not cause my existing ones to loosen! Thankfully, Philips have tested the HX8918/10 on fillings, crowns, braces and veneers. and found no ill effects on any of them.One feature that I particularly like about the Sonicare range, is that the toothbrush indicates the passing of every 30 seconds. In this way, you can ensure that you move to the next quadrant of your mouth with each new alert. With the 'Clean' setting lasting for two minutes exactly, this is ideal.The toothbrush itself is well-designed. The handle feels nice and it isn't too heavy. The Diamond Clean brush head, that comes as standard, reportedly removes up to 7 x more plaque than a standard toothbrush. It also has indicator bristles to alert you when it is time to change your toothbrush head. This needs doing approximately every three months,The toothbrush comes with a charging travel case, which is just perfect for taking away with you. You can charge it whilst it is stored inside the case, so you do not have to take the more cumbersome charging unit.Also included in this set is a tongue brush and tongue spray. The tongue brush is designed with 240 flexible microbristles, and massages the anti bacterial spray into the tiny grooves of your tongue. It has been proven that 80% of bad breath originates from bacteria that has grown on the tongue. and Philips have decided that now is the time to address this issue. It certainly leaves your mouth feeling amazingly fresh after use!One last thing to note about the Sonicare HX8918/10 is that the charge holds amazingly well. I have got a full 2 weeks out of one charge, which is good considering that I like to use the longer cleaning modes, and that I sometimes brush three times a day. I even got almost a weeks usage straight from the box, as it was already charged upon arrival. Bearing in mind that I use the longer brushing modes, it means that the standard 'Clean' setting should give you at least two to three weeks of use per charge! Not many toothbrushes can do that.Overall, I am very pleased with the performance of the Philips Sonicare HX8918/10. It works fantastically, charges well, and the extra features of the USB travel case, and tongue brush, are just the icing on the cake. A fabulous product, and highly recommended.

21.6.2016

Philips' Sonicare HX8918/10 sits about halfway in the range. Accordingly it lacks some features of the more expensive models, notably the fabulous charging case and glass of the DiamondClean model, but I will tell you as a fact that it cleans as well.The supplied brush head (only one!) is the standard Diamond Clean type one supplied across the Sonicare range. These last about as long as a manual brush, ie not long at all, and a pack of two currently comes in around seventeen quid. There are aftermarket replacements available at much lower cost, and in my experience they work just as well.The On/Off button powers the device up in Clean mode, a second press selects the White mode,which I can only describe as a different type of buzz. If you are slightly cynical about home whitening then I stand with you, the bleaching agent in 'whitening' pastes is so weak (due to regulation) that you would probably have to repeat the treatment many times per day to achieve dramatic effects. However, an electric model such as this performs so many more brush strokes during a session, which is electronically timed at two minutes on this and other Sonicare models, than could by achieved manually that I absolutely believe both cleaning and whitening are more effective.There is a +/- button that selects the brushing intensity level, there are just three. With all electric toothbrushes I tend to use the lowest intensity setting because I'm paranoid about my crown being dislodged. I know the manufacturers are not fools, they will have taken account of crowns and other dental hardware, but my innate caution comes to the fore.Supplied with the product is a tongue brush. Now this is a new one on me and I'm not sure what to make of it, but it sure feels weird to have the buzzing feeling on such a sensitive organ. Used with the supplied little bottle of tongue spray, however, it definitely gives you minty-fresh breath. Ideal for a youngster planning on some lip-wrestling.The unit is charged by placing it on base. There are no electrical contacts, which is good, coupling is inductive. Disappointingly, it will not charge in the glass supplied with DiamondClean model. As with all bathroom electrical products the charger comes with two-pin shaver type mains plug.The HX8918/10 comes with a travel case that holds the handle, toothbrush head, and tongue brush as three separate items. It does not hold the charger and it is not possible to charge the unit while in the case. If I have one gripe about the product it is the sheer nasty cheapness of that case, it's a let-down for what is a pricey product.Overall I recommend the Sonicare HX8918/10. It's effective, it does what you want it to do, and I feel that buyers are most unlikely to be disappointed.

1.7.2015

Every member of our family now has an electric toothbrush, and as we bought them at different times they all have different features as the technology of the electric toothbrush continues to evolve. Despite all looking remarkably similar they all do things in their own sweet way, which in this case was a little irritating, as this arrived for review purposes in a plain white box with no instructions.It is possible to find the instructions for use on the Philips website to be fair, but it was a bit irritating when setting it up. I presume that people who buy it, rather than being sent one to review, will receive instructions, as it isn't entirely clear how to use this effectively.There are two modes,

15.8.2015

I was using an Oral B electric toothbrush before, and this Phillips toothbrush is surprisingly different. The vibration of the brush feels quite intense, making my gums tingly and almost numb, especially when I started using it. However, to my delight, since using this I have had no bleeding at all from my sensitive gums, unlike every other toothbrush I've used. The brush has 3 intensity settings - I found even the minimum setting quite intense to start with, and the maximum is a little uncomfortable, so I'm using it on the middle setting.I charged the toothbrush before using it for the first time, and I've been using it since without recharging, almost a month later. This is really useful as I travel a lot,

29.6.2015

This is an exceptional toothbrush but it is also an expensive toothbrush- there is no getting away from that, so is it worth the investment?What you are promised is• Advanced diamond-shaped bristles provide a greater surface area for an exceptional cleaning and whiter teeth in just one week. The uniquely designed diamond bristle heads have 44% more bristles than Philips Sonicare's standard sized ProResults, providing you with both superior plaque removal and whiter teeth.• Optimal cleaning between teeth and along the gum line, for improved gum health in just 2 weeks• Sonicare’s unique dynamic cleaning action drives fluid between the teeth,

30.6.2015

For newcomers to the delights of electric dental brushing, spending this much is probably not necessary, as you may not find the experience something that you wish to continue - so maybe try a cheap one first, and see how you get along.I have tried a few different makes, and I have to say that the Philips Sonicare range are my favourite. I like them because they give a really good, brisk brushing that I haven't been able to get with other brands; there are gentler settings if you prefer a gentler experience, so it's not something that is compulsory.This particular model focuses on whitening - I'm not sure of the efficacy of this compared to other electric brushes,

29.5.2016

I've had a number of Philips electric toothbrushes over the years and really do like them. This 'Sonicare' model comes from the same stable and doesn't disappoint.The toothbrush comes complete with a charger, carrying case, standard toothbrush head and a tongue cleaner, yes, you heard right, a tongue cleaner.The toothbrush design closely follows the pattern of the other models with an on/off switch approx half way up the barrel. Below that are three LEDs which indicate level intensity. Below them is a rocker switch that sets the intensity level, below that a 'mode' indicator and below that a battery level indicator.After charging the battery for 24 hours I pressed on the toothbrush head,

15.6.2016

Both myself and my husband have been using Sonicare toothbrushes for a while now and whilst I have tried and liked other brands in the past, I have yet to find a toothbrush that completely matches the Sonicare. I was interested to try this new toothbrush mainly because of the tongue brush and it's also nice to know that these are compatible with the rest of the Sonicare range. I can confirm that it does also fit the Sonicare DiamondClean brush handle.The HX8918/10 Sonicare comes with:1 x Main Handle1 x DiamondClean Toothbrush Head1 x Tongue Brush1 x Charger (You will need a two pin to 3 pin UK adapter plug if you don't have a bathroom 2 pin socket)1 x Travel Case1 x Instruction Booklet1 x Main

7.7.2015

This is a Phillips sonic are toothbrush with some of the bells and whistles missing. To be frank it doesn't really need bells and whistles.Through the years I have tried and tested many electric, sonic, all singing, all dancing toothbrushes with various gadgets such as ultra violet head cleaners, special smiley faced electronic additions to make sure your brushing correctly that smiley face will cry and look sad when you don't, but sometimes you can get carried away with the additions and miss the simplicity of a tooth brush that just cleans well, has a good battery life and performs to a high standard every time you brush.Your teeth, your smile, your breath,

29.5.2016

This is a recent addition to the Sonicare range. What you get is the brush, mains charger, a brush, a tongue cleaner, and small bottle of mouth wash, and a travel case. It all looks very nice.This brush offers three brush intensity settings, and two operating modes: clean and white. The timers for these modes can be enabled or disabled by pressing-and-holding certain buttons for two seconds. If you like to brush for a different length of time than that which the brush indicates to you, then you can disable the features. However, they are useful features so I leave them enabled.The tongue cleaner is a soft blue paddle-shaped attachment. Used with the clean mode, it works just as you’d expect.

1.6.2016

Very easy to set up and pretty straightforward to use, even the first time. This has two modes for how the brush head will move - clean and polish/white. The difference is subtle and I'm not sure if I really notice the difference that much, but its nice to have the option to switch even if I've found actually switching over quite mysterious- you have to press the power switch in a specific way that I can't seem to get quite right every time! I suspect that the white mode would be very useful in conjunction with a whitening toothpaste; mine isn't but it still seems to do a good job, or I am imagining it!The intensity scale is a nice touch as the first few times you use this,

27.1.2016

I have been using electric toothbrushes for +20 years and my brand of choice has always been Braun. However, I was looking for something that could do more than the Braun and I read fantastic reviews relating to this product. It has a completely different movement compared to the Braun (it vibrates super quickly at up to 62,000 movement per minute) and I prefer the Sonicare to the Braun.I must admit I was skeptical as I was not sure whether the whithening claim was just marketing gimmick or not. Time to put it to the test! A couple of months after paying an expensive visit to my hygienist I have developed some minor stains on the lower front teeth caused by driking tea (even if I brushed them with an electric toothbrush by Braun they did not go away).Well,

15.7.2015

This is quite a pricey electric toothbrush, but it's pretty effective.The good points:- Like all sonic toothbrushes it gives a good clean. My hygienist supports their use, but reminds me that as this kind of toothbrush doesn't have a rotary action it may not clean in the gaps unless you rotate it yourself.- It has three power settings and two cleaning methods, for a total of six. If you are new to electric toothbrushes - especially the sonic kind - this allows you to start gently and work up to full power as you get used to it.- It comes with just one head which is designed to help with whitening your teeth,

2.7.2015

As other reviewers have commented I received a plain white box without instructions. Therefore I am not sure what the retail pack will look like. This review is based pureply on the item itself.First impressions: in the box you got the main unit which feels well weighted in the hand. It has a power button (which is held to switch to white mode) and a +/- rocker to change intensity. The lime/grey colour scheme is quite modern. I received one head (not sure if the retail box will have more) which slots neatly on the handle. Its bristles are soft/medium.In use it is a little bit noisy, particularly on the highest white setting, but not more than most toothbrushes.

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