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6/02/2012

Oral-B Professional Care Advantage Rechargeable Toothbrush Kit Review

Oral-B Professional Care Advantage Rechargeable Toothbrush Kit
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I will start off by saying that I bought this 2-pack from Costco for 100 dollars (in Dec 2010), with a 50% off rebate for a final price of about $50. That comes to $25 per toothbrush, which is a great deal. The 50% off mail-in rebate expires Dec 31, 2011, and must be postmarked by Januray 31, 2012. I used to have a Philips electric toothbrush that I used for a few years until the unit stopped working. Instead of buying another Philips, I decided to try the Oral-B because of the round head. I really like the shape of the round bristles better than the Philips. I feel that they do a better job of cleaning. The one thing that I really don't like about this toothbrush is the on/off button. The button is tiny and uncomfortable to press. A larger button would have been so much better and user friendly. Also, because of the 3 cleaning modes, you have to press the button 3 times before you can turn it off. That is really annoying.
And as an fyi, the toothbrush, replacement head and charger are made in Germany.


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4/20/2012

Oral-B Triumph Professional Care 9400 Power Toothbrush Review

Oral-B Triumph Professional Care 9400 Power Toothbrush
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Summary: Just buy the cheapest Oral-B ProfessionalCare model you can find on the market and you will get all of the wonderful teeth cleaning the reviewers here have been raving about without wasting money on useless features.
Review:
I bought this one after the unreplaceable battery on my Oral B 3d Excel (older equivalent of the ProfessionalCare 5000) failed on me. After comparing the two, I have decided that the cheapest ProfessionalCare model they offer which costs half the price had all the features I really needed.
The key features for me are:
* Rechargeable - everything from ProfessionalCare 5000 on up is rechargeable
* High speed 3d oscilations - ALL of their models from the ProfessionalCare 5000 on up have the same rotating speed and they all do side to side and front to back movents!
* Needs to supports all brush heads - Aside from their incompatible sonic line, all their brushes support all their brush heads. I bought the Triumph mainly because I liked the idea of their FlossAction head, and on their web site they claim that it only works with the Triumph. THIS IS INCORRECT. The floss action head works with all their models!!!!!! They claim the triumph brush detects a "smart chip" in the flossaction head that causes it to modify the way the motor works, but all it does is restrict you to the most powerful setting. I tried the Flossaction head on my cheaper 3d excel and it works just fine.
All the other features of the triumph are no big deal - the display screen to tell you the charge, etc. All that stuff is not worth paying twice the price to me.
Features they tout as unique to the Triumph that I don't care about:
* Multiple cleaning speeds - unless you have incredibly sensitive gums, you will just use the maximum speed every day.
* LCD display - You can't see it when you are brushing anyway. When you are done it tells you exactly how many minutes you brushed. Who cares about that? The pulse warning after 2 minutes during the brushing (on all their models) tells you that anyway. And it's pretty easy to remember to stick the thing in the charger once a week... you don't need an LCD display with the exact charge. That's overkill.
*FlossAction support - This is a great brush head but as I said above, this works in all their models even though they claim it does not.
They need to justify a higher price so they just packed on features that don't mean much... my advice is just to get the cheapest ProfessionalCare brush model you can find and it will be just as good.
On top of all this, the Triumph display screen requires a bigger battery and is heavier, which is a slight annoyance.
Go to oralb dot com website where they do a comparison of the features of all their models. Keep in mind that their statement that the Flossaction only works on the triumph is incorrect.

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Get a smile you can feel triumphant about. Achieve cleaner, whiter teeth and healthier gums than you ever thought possible. Experience Oral-B Triumph- a triumph over ordinary brushing.
Key Features: 1. Innovative Brush Head Technology - Advanced Floss Action™ Brush Head with MicroPulse™ Bristles
2. Customized Brushing - Three Unique Brushing Modes: Clean, Sensitive, and Polish
3. Smart Technology Dentist-inspired feedback helps you brush your best every day. - Brushing time: Helps you achieve the dental-recommended 2 minutes - Charge level: Tracks charge level so you can brush with optimal power - Brush head change: Adivses when individual brush head should be changed - Smart brush head: Recognizes FlossAction
In addition, a professional timer signals every 30 seconds to encourage throrough brushing for the four mouth quadrants, while a pressure sensor stops pulsations when you brush too hard.
4. Innovative/Attractive Design - A unique, curved handle made of high-tech materials ensures a good grip and comfortable brushing - An easy-to-read digital display communicates key information clearly - A premium overall design ensures that you'll like the way Oral-B Triumph looks in your bathroom
5. Convenient Charging and Storage - Innovative, dishwasher safe base station provides storage for up to 4 attachments - A portable SmartPlug™ Charger with a multi-voltage plug makes traveling with the Oral-B Triumph easy - The SmartPlug charger can be attached to the base station to create a single storage and charging unit - A travel case stores your brush when you're on the go
Get the clinically superior results that you and your dental professional will notice. Building on the 70 published studies that confirm the superiority of Oral-B oscillating-rotating technology, Triumph represents Oral-B's highest level of cleaning performance.
Superior Cleaning. Oral-B Triumph is clinically proven to remove significantly more plaque than the best performing toothbrush, Oral-B ProfessionalCare 8000. Oral-B Triumph provides a superior overall cleaning, even in those hard to reach places: in-between teeth, the back teeth, and along your gumline.
Improved Gum Health. Oral-B Triumph is clinically proven to improve gum health for firmer, healthier gums. It also improves overall gum health by healing and reversing the effects of gingivitis.
Exceptional In-Between Clean. Oral-B Triumph cleans as effectively as brushing and flossing with a manual toothbrush, even in those hard-to-reach places between teeth. While flossing is an important part of a healthy oral care routine and can't be replaced, Oral-B Triumph provides exceptional cleaning in-between teeth for a floss-like clean.
Oral-B Triumph is gentle and safe on all oral tissues.

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3/03/2012

Oral-B 3000 Professional Care 3000 Electric Toothbrush, White and Blue Review

Oral-B 3000 Professional Care 3000 Electric Toothbrush, White and Blue
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I also own an Oral-B Pulsonic and a Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite so I am familiar with and used to using an electric toothbrush. Newcomers will probably have an adjustment period but the transitions isn't that hard. The Oral-B 3000 is a definite step up from a manual toothbrush and falls between my other two brushes. It is more like a dentist's cleaning brush than the other two and it employs a purely a physical cleaning methodology while the other two brushes rely on sonic technology. The 3000 is a bit more effective than the Pulsonic but the latter is more of a travel toothbrush. Comparatively, the Pulsonic is weaker and the user is instructed to brush as well as let the sonic action take place. The Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite is more powerful than either and the user is just supposed to move it over the surface of the teeth rather than exert force when brushing. I find it to be the most effective.
The Oral-B 3000 is a good brush and it gets my teeth "squeaky clean". It has good power and a lot of movement of the bristles on the head. If you prefer a longer bristled head as opposed to a round one, then this brush is not for you. But it is very effective in any case. You have to apply more pressure and move the brush more than with a pure sonic brush, but it works. There are 3 cleaning mode and I find the first to be the best. The second is a "gentle" cycle and the third oscillates between slow and fast. Every 30 seconds you get a remind to clean a different tooth area and at two minutes you get a 3 pulse reminder that you've done enough brushing. Battery life is good and the brush comes with an initial charge to let you brush once before having to re-charge. The base is rather large with a section for 4 brush heads so it takes up a bit of space on your countertop. The overall brush design is decent but middle of the road quality-wise. It feels more plasticy than my other two electric toothbrushes. The contrasty blue and white colors seem more suited to a kid's brush, as does the red light that flashes when you press too hard. A neat feature I suppose, if a bit gimmicky.
I like the Oral-B 3000 but at its current price point think there may be better options. You could do worse, but you could also do better.
Update: 09/03/2010 - This has become my go-to brush for a good clean. I like my sonic ones, but this one is more "fun", though that is hard to quantify. And it does a good job of cleaning. The charge lasts a while too. Some other things I've noticed is that it takes more work to clean than my other power brushes. Not terrible, but a bit more time. Also, it is loud. I don't find it annoying, but if you don't want to wake someone in the next room while doing your teeth, you probably will want to close the bathroom door.

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10/18/2011

Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser Review

Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser
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I've always prided myself on my good teeth. I thought that flossing and brushing was enough...that was until I went to the dentist, and he said I had the beginnings of periodontal disease. That scared the hell out of me.
I went home and started using the Sonicare I had bought but never plugged in. That was good, but not enough - I bought a Waterpik because obviously flossing wasn't cutting it.
I had never used a Waterpik before, and it was some revelation! I'm still amazed that there are some Waterpik oldtimers who say this machine isn't strong enough...uh, for what? Peeling paint off a brick wall? This thing absolutely knocked my socks off when it came to the PRESSURE.
I started out at 2 and worked my way up to 7 - it still stings like mad, but I'm getting used to it by now. I put Listerine in the tank to increase the anti-bacteria result.
My dentist went on vacation, and I had to cancel another appointment, so it happened that almost two months had elapsed since the last time I had seen him. In that time, I faithfully brushed with the Sonicare four times a day and used the Waterpik at least once (several tankfuls of water and Listerine worth.)
Regarding the leaking people talk about - the only time the tank leaks, I notice, is if I put my fingers on the seal when I'm refilling it. If I'm careful to keep my fingers away from that seal, the tank is water tight.
So when I returned for my check-up, the dentist was AMAZED. He wasn't sure what I had done, but he said my gums looked pink and healthy! He had said initially I'd have to get my teeth cleaned every three months because I must be one of those people who gets a tartar build up quicker than other people...well, I had worked religiously on scaling back the plaque. (I had also bought a dental mirror so I could check the back of my front teeth for telltale plaque residue.)
Hmmm, no comment about that plaque...was it because there WASN'T any? My dentist asked me if I had been eating because there was so little build up (I had to tear that out of him because I KNEW he didn't want to give me credit for working that hard on my dental hygiene!)
The dentist HADN'T recommended a Waterpik, but I knew I had to go to the extreme to beat back the periodontal enemy. My teeth are so clean, they squeak!

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Clean where string floss can't with The Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100. Featuring six specialized tips, the Ultra Water Flosser gives you a deep-yet-gentle clean in the comfort of your home. The WP 100 effectively removes plaque and debris--even around orthodontic braces and dental implants--safely cleaning below the gumline and improving gum health.
Click here for a detailed comparison. More Effective and Comfortable Than Floss Finally, there is an easier, more effective alternative to string floss: the Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100. The WP 100 is ideal for those who don't like to floss, as well as for anyone with braces, implants, crowns, bridges or periodontal pockets. Water flossing for about a minute a day comfortably removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas and gently massages the gums to improve overall oral health. The WP 100 is clinically proven to be up to twice as effective as string floss at improving gum health, and three times as effective as string floss for cleaning plaque and debris around braces.
Six Unique Tips Personalize Your Cleaning Offering six unique, color-coded tips, the WP 100 thoroughly cleans your whole mouth. Choose from the Plaque Seeker Tip, Classic Jet Tip, Tongue Cleaner, Orthodontic Tip, Pik Pocket Tip, and Toothbrush Tip.
The Plaque Seeker Tip removes plaque in hard-to-reach areas around implants, crowns, bridges and other dental work. For healthier gums, the Classic Jet Tip does the job, while the Tongue Cleaner removes bacteria from your tongue to help freshen breath.
Those who wear braces will appreciate the Orthodontic Tip--it's three times as effective as floss when it comes to removing plaque around braces. The Pik Pocket Tip gently delivers medicaments and rinses deep below the gumline. And last but not least, the Toothbrush Tip delivers the convenience of brushing and water flossing at the same time.
10 Water Pressure Settings for Healthier Gums Whether you prefer gentle water pressure or deep cleansing, the WP 100's 10 adjustable water-pressure settings give you optimal control. Select a personalized setting between 10 to 90 PSI with 1,200 pulses per minute to keep your gums healthy. The WP 100 cleans deep between teeth and below the gumline, while massaging and stimulating the gums. Clinical studies show that when used regularly, the WP 100 gives you healthier gums in 14 days.
Improved Design is Quieter and Ergonomic The WP 100's improved design features a high-volume, covered reservoir with an in-lid tip storage compartment. It is also smaller and quieter than previous models. And its ergonomic handle design is comfortable to hold and offers a convenient pause button.
The Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100 is backed by a three-year warranty.
About Water Pik, Inc.: Treat Yourself Better Since 1962, Water Pik, Inc. has been a leader in developing and manufacturing innovative personal and oral health care products. Over the years, Water Pik has acquired more than 500 patents, maintaining a steadfast commitment to developing innovative products that enable people to treat themselves better. Waterpik brand products are recognized for their award-winning design and technology.
With the number-one recommended Water Flosser , Waterpik is one of the most trusted oral-health brands of dental professionals throughout the world. The company is committed to developing products that not only enhance the health and well-being of customers, but also conserve water and energy.
What's in the Box One Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100; reservoir lid; six unique tips: one Plaque Seeker Tip, one Classic Jet Tip, one Orthodontic Tip, one Pik Pocket Tip, one Toothbrush Tip, and one Tongue Cleaner; Owner's Manual; and Quick Start Guide.


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