The reality is, there are many other variables that come into play and affect how well the brushes clean more than the cleaning modes or brushing intensity. In particular, Oral-B brushes use oscillating-rotating technology that closely mimics the motion of a manual toothbrush and provides a deep clean. And the 3500 has multiple cleaning modes and a built-in timer to ensure proper brushing technique.It is my choice for the best electric toothbrush, all things considered. Oral-B 3D toothbrushes have been shown to be more effective in plaque removal from the gumline, thus aiding in the improvement of gum health. They have also been shown to be more effective in removing stains from the tooth surface, all of which you can read more about in this article. You need to press the power button multiple times to switch between the modes. The handle will remember the last intensity used and default to this next time. Solid and well constructed the handles are, they are designed to resist water, so a rinse under the tap to wash off toothpaste and saliva is absolutely fine.

Plastic in construction, it is hinged on the left side with a clip on the right to securely fasten it closed. In the box with DiamondClean, you will usually get 1 brush handle, multiple brush heads and some other accessories. WIth Optimal Clean you often get 2 brush handles, multiple brush heads and accessories.Sonicare brushes use high frequency vibrations for cleaning, which some prefer, but the performance is similar. Ultimately Oral-B takes the edge for its balance of proven cleaning technology, important features, and reasonable prices.

Plaque is the very reason we brush our teeth, so the more of it we can disrupt and remove the better. If you are considering the DiamondClean Series, it really is the DiamondClean Smart 9500 that is the stand out option to go for, if you are prepared to pay for it. The 5100 comes with 1 x G2 Optimal Gum Care brush head compared to the 1 x W DiamondClean brush head with the 6100. The 1000, 2000, 3000 and 4000 Series all have brush motors that offer 31,000 brush strokes per minute.

Conclusion

For a more detailed scenario, imagine cleaning your teeth in the bathroom of a house in the middle of the night when everyone else is asleep. With an Oral-B brush unless you closed the bathroom door you would likely wake someone up. With Sonicare you could leave the bathroom door open and probably nobody would hear you. The reason behind this power difference primarily is the battery technology used. Sonicare have for a long time been using the more desirable lithium-ion batteries whereas Oral-B have only just begun using lithium and although improved from older standards have not quite perfected it yet like Philips.

Any physical damage to the handle will likely increase the likelihood of any water having impacted the internal electronics. The differences between each model relate more to everyday use and helping you to get the best from your oral care routine. ResearchGate: A comparison of the plaque removal efficacy of two power toothbrushes: Oral‐B Professional Care Series versus Sonicare Elite. Consulted September 16, 2020 Whilst this is by no means essential, it adds an extra dimension to the cleaning experience and allows you to tweak the power to be more appropriate and comfortable for you.

Your Philips Sonicare toothbrush has smart ways of telling you when it is time for a recharge. The lights and beeps of your toothbrush indicate the charging behavior. The DiamondClean head is perfectly fine. I have no evidence to say 1 is really better than another. As a general rule we suggest the ProResults as it is designed a little more with ‘all round’ cleaning in mind whereas the DiamondClean is geared slightly more to trying to whiten teeth. Efficacy wise there are claims Sonicare make but this is never compared to one of their other brush heads so really understanding how good a brush head is, is difficult. Ultimately, there will be more improvement/efficacy to be gained from mastering the brushing technique and regular brushing for the correct time than any brush head can bring.

Triple tone of high-med-low means the Brush head replacement reminder feature has been deactivated. The battery level light indicator will also blink amber 1 time to confirm deactivation.

Compare to Similar Products

For example, readers may ask, ‘I am looking at the Sonicare ProtectiveClean 4300, which is the equivalent from Oral-B?’ Arguably, they are like for like but the advantage of the Optimal Clean range is that they can often work out better value financially. The Prestige uses 62,000 brush movements per minute (sonic vibrations) to break up and remove plaque. It has five customizable modes — clean, white, gum health, deep clean, and sensitive. That same LED will be lit, and the handle vibration pattern altered when you apply too much force as you brush. This is your alert to stop brushing as hard.