How to Buy a Sonic Toothbrush

A sonic toothbrush is a type of electric toothbrush that vibrates faster than conventional models. Whether you're considering buying your first sonic toothbrush or it's just time to replace your old one, compare the models' relative merits to ensure that you are making the best purchase for your needs. The variety of features available allows you to purchase a toothbrush to suit your lifestyle.

Instructions

1. Count the number of people that will use the sonic toothbrush. Color coded rings with easy-to-exchange brush heads are included with some models. This allows you to purchase one brush unit for you and your spouse.

2. Travel with your sonic toothbrush. There is no need to alter your dental routine because of travel. Some models come with a compact charger, caps for the brush heads and a travel case.

3. Select a sonic brush for your child with features that make brushing easier for young people, including the angle of the brush, a two-minute timer and an easy to handle design. Sonicare's Extreme e3000 is a good example of sonic brushes for older children.

4. Clean your toothbrush to maintain the life of the product. An ultraviolet sanitizer option is available. Along with the caps for the brush head, you can reduce the amount of bacteria that collects on your toothbrush. Sonicare's Flexcare rs930 model offers both of these options.

5. Consider the tough areas to brush. The size and angle of the head and extra-time on the timed models allow you to purchase the sonic toothbrush to help with your specific dental needs. Some models offer different modes and speeds for trouble areas.

6. Recharge your toothbrush with electricity or batteries. Several models have a sensor that will let you know that you are losing power. The indicator will give you time to recharge the toothbrush with the adapter or replace the batteries.

7. Compare sonic toothbrushes and online. Sonicare has a comprehensive selection of many desired sonic toothbrush features. This comparison enables you to find the sonic toothbrush with the extra features that are important to you. (See links in Resources.)

Tips & Warnings

• Sonic toothbrushes are available for purchase both online and in discount retail chain stores. The product box will allow you to review the features of the enclosed product.

• Sonicare is the leader in sonic toothbrush technology. However, companies such as Oral-B are gaining ground on the sonic technology.

Resources

• Sonicare is the leader in sonic technology and selection.
• Sonicare toothbrushes at Target