How Good Is the Braun Oral Electric Toothbrush?
You can have a healthy smile if you take care of your teeth daily. This means eating less sugary food, brushing after every meal, flossing every day and seeing your dentist twice a year. Dentists also recommend electric toothbrushes that far surpass earlier models. There are many to choose from, including 12 rechargeable electric toothbrushes by Braun.
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History
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A dentist from California, Dr. Robert Hutson, patented the first Braun Oral-B toothbrush. In 1967, Gillette purchased Braun, and in 1969, Oral-B was the first toothbrush to go to the moon. In 1978, Braun began making power toothbrushes. In 2000, Braun introduced 3 new power toothbrushes to complete their product line.
Types
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Braun offers 12 different Oral-B rechargeable electric toothbrushes. The Oral-B Vitality Sonic toothbrush is one of the popular mid-priced brushes. The bristles oscillate 20,000 times per minute. The Oral-B Vitality White and Clean has a polishing cup to remove surface stains. The Oral-B Triumph with Smart Guide is the most advanced toothbrush with automatic feedback and a timer to record how long you brush. If you want a complete dental center, try the Oral-B Professional Care 8900 DLX Oxy Jet Center, which has an oral irrigator. It combines air and water to create a pressurized system.
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Significance
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According to the Braun Oral-B website, more doctors recommend the Braun Oral-B electric toothbrushes than any other brand. With 12 rechargeable electric toothbrushes to pick from, there is a toothbrush for each person's individual needs and preferences. Consumersearch.com chose the Braun Oral-B Professional Care 7850 as the best electric toothbrush in clinical tests done in 2007 (see Resources below).
Function
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The Braun Oral-B rechargeable electric toothbrushes oscillate, rotate and pulsate to remove plaque built up. The toothbrushes have a built-in pressure sensor that stops the movement of the bristles if you are brushing too hard. The battery charge lasts for 12 days, making the toothbrushes perfect for traveling.
Considerations
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The prices for Braun's Oral-B toothbrushes range from under $20 to over a $100 depending on where you buy the toothbrush and what model you purchase. Nextag.com has a good selection of Braun toothbrushes, as well as Amazon.com. Amazon.com has a listing of the different models' features (see Resources below).
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Resources
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