Choosing an electric toothbrush under 3,000 rubles

• What do they have in common?
• Philips Sonicare CleanCare+ HX3292/28
• Oral-B Vitality 100 3D White D100
• Oral-B Pro 500 Cross Action D16
• CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131
• Revyline RL 010
• Working hours

Electric toothbrushes are very popular today and have a wide range among various manufacturers. Today we will introduce you to inexpensive models and prove that even among models under 3,000 rubles you can find high-quality and reliable oral care devices.

We will analyze 5 models of toothbrushes from the most popular manufacturers: Philips Sonicare CleanCare HX3292/28, Oral-B Pro 500 and Vitality 100, CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131 and Revyline RL 010.

What do they have in common?

Built-in timer and interval counting

All brushes on our list have a built-in timer for 2 minutes. Every 30 seconds of brushing, the brush signals that it is time to move on to the next area of ​​the oral cavity.

• The CS Medica brush simply turns off after 2 minutes.
• The Smartimer feature on Philips brushes will beep 2 minutes after brushing.
• The Oral-B brush notifies you with a vibration signal: a short one to move to the next quarter of the teeth, a longer one to finish brushing.

Power type

Reviewed brushes from Philips, Oral-B, and CS-Medica are powered by a built-in nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) battery. The Revyline brush is powered by a lithium-ion battery (Li-Ion).

The first type of battery is considered environmentally friendly and works well at low temperatures. The second one does not have a memory effect and therefore it is possible to recharge the battery as needed. Also, lithium-ion batteries have a large capacity and can be quickly charged. But at the same time, they perform worse at low temperatures and have a limited service life.

Battery level indicator

All models have an indicator light. It starts blinking when it's time to charge the brush. The operating time from a full charge differs for each brush.

Are there any contraindications

You should not purchase such a device if there are the following contraindications:

1. Pregnancy period.
2. Wearing a pacemaker.
3. Oncology.
4. Benign tumors in the oral cavity.
5. Initial stages of caries.
6. Inflammation of the gums and mucous membranes of various types.
7. The thinness of natural tooth enamel.
8. Availability of fillings, dentures and veneers.

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Philips Sonicare CleanCare+ HX3292/28

SoniCare's patented sonic cleaning technology achieves a special effect. The bristles make 31,000 sweeping movements per minute, creating a dynamic flow of fluid in the mouth that penetrates hard-to-reach places, including between teeth.

The brush has an additional Easy-start function, which will help you get used to it during the first 14 brushings - the intensity will gradually increase during this time.

Cleaning modes

1 mode for daily cleaning.

Nozzles included

Includes ProResults Gum Health attachment for improving gum health, whitening and polishing teeth. The brush is compatible with any Philips attachments.

Nozzle wear indicator

The blue bristles on the ProResults Gum Health head fade with use. For best results, the attachments should be changed every 3 months.

Working hours

Up to 17 days without recharging when brushing 2 times a day for 2 minutes.

Equipment

1 ProResults Gum Health standard size brush head and charger

Electric brushes from Philips have a large number of useful functions and cleaning modes, but almost all of them are installed in brushes of higher price categories. On the other hand, the movement speed in all models of the brand is the same - 31,000 movements per minute. So if you're looking for a simple, basic, single-mode brush and don't need any extra features, Philips' Sonicare CleanCare+ HX3292/28 will clean as well as more expensive models.

Which electric toothbrush is best to buy?

Electric brushes come in three types: mechanical, sonic, and ultrasonic. Here it is best to listen to the opinion of the dentist, since each of these devices has its own contraindications and requires individual selection.

Ultrasound models should not be used by people with pins and fillings.

Brushes can be powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries. The latter are more powerful and clean better, and do not require constant replacement of power sources. When traveling, it is more convenient to use battery-powered devices, since removable batteries are easier to replace than waiting for the battery to charge.

Electric brushes clean your teeth more intensely than regular ones, so the usual medium-hard bristles may not be suitable. To begin with, it is better to buy a soft nozzle, and if necessary, replace it with a harder one.

The bristles usually consist of artificial bristles, but someone may be allergic to them - in this case, you should choose natural bristles.

Replaceable nozzles can be divided into:

• whitening,
• for sensitive teeth,
• universal.

Often they have to be purchased separately. There are models with several identical attachments - these are suitable for the whole family. In this case, the cleaning heads are selected according to the size of the teeth. The ideal brush is one in which the working part of the nozzle covers 2 teeth at the same time and no more. A small head will increase the duration of the procedure, and a too large head will not be able to reach the farthest teeth.

Preference should be given to brushes with several modes, thanks to which you can change the speed and quality of cleaning, massage the gums and polish the enamel. Also devices with additional interesting functions.

The most useful of them:

• Charging indicator – helps to monitor the condition of the battery;
• The changing color of the bristles on the nozzle will tell you when it needs to be replaced;
• Display – can display cleaning time, selected mode, etc.;
• Timer – works as a time limiter for the procedure so as not to harm the teeth;
• Pressure sensor - will warn you if you are pressing too hard on the brush, thereby protecting the enamel from damage.

Oral-B Vitality 100 3D White D100

The Oral-B toothbrush is one of the most affordable rechargeable toothbrushes.
Working method

2D cleaning technology - 7600 reciprocating movements per minute.

Cleaning modes

Mode 1 - daily cleaning.

Nozzles included

1 3D White nozzle for gentle removal of stains from the surface of tooth enamel. In the center of the bristles there is a rubber cup that polishes the enamel. The brush fits all Oral-B brush heads. Other brushes in the Vitality series differ only in the attachment included: you just need to choose a brush with the attachment that suits you best.

Nozzle wear indicator

All Oral-B refill brush heads have blue indicator bristles - when they fade, this is a signal that you need to change the brush head.

Working hours

Up to 7 days without recharging the battery (when cleaning 2 times a day for 2 minutes).

Equipment

1 3D White nozzle and SmartPlug charger.

Oral-B Vitality 100 3D White is the most affordable model in our review. It is suitable for those who want to learn in practice what an electric toothbrush is and for those who do not need a large number of functions.

Conclusions -

As a dentist, I would not recommend using ultrasonic toothbrushes to my patients. And even if the choice of the Megasonex m8 toothbrush seems preferable to me (in comparison with the Emmi-Dent brushes), then I think that both of these brushes are absolutely not up to the quality of teeth cleaning - modern sonic brushes, and especially before Oral-B electric brushes. The latter are, in fact, a dentist’s instrument in miniature. Read more about them in the article linked below.

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Oral-B Pro 500 Cross Action D16

The electric brush from Oral-B is one of the most popular brushes for daily brushing. Suitable even for sensitive teeth and all types of structures: braces, veneers, implants.

The brush uses patented 3D technology - a combination of pulsations and reciprocating movements of a round cleaning head, which is also patented by Oral-B. She makes 20,000 pulsating and 8,800 reciprocating movements per minute.

Cleaning modes

Mode 1 - daily cleaning.

Nozzles

Includes 1 CrossAction attachment. The brush fits all Oral-B brush heads.

Nozzle wear indicator

The indicator blue bristles fade with use. Nozzles should be changed every 3 months.

Pressure meter

No.

Working hours

Up to 7 days without recharging the battery (when cleaning 2 times a day for 2 minutes).

Equipment

1 Cross Action attachment and SmartPlug charger.

Oral-B Pro 500 is not much more expensive than the Vitality 100 model, but is significantly superior to it in operating technology. The 3D method is more effective - in addition to reciprocating rotational movements, the nozzle also performs pulsations.

Who is contraindicated for ultrasonic cleaning?

Even the best ultrasonic brush has some contraindications:

• Such models should not be used during pregnancy, people with a pacemaker, or patients with tumors of any type.
• Ultrasonic teeth cleaning is contraindicated for caries. In places of damage, tooth enamel is very fragile, and ultrasonic exposure can accelerate the process of its destruction. It is advisable to first cure your teeth and then start using an ultrasonic brush.
• Inflammation in the area of ​​the tooth root is also a contraindication, because ultrasound can contribute to the rapid spread of the inflammatory process to nearby tissues.

People with demineralized tooth enamel, which has increased sensitivity to ultrasound, as well as those who wear dentures and braces, should use an electric ultrasonic brush with caution, because ultrasound can accelerate their wear.

To buy a good electric brush that will make brushing your teeth as effective as possible without harming their health, it is better to consult a dentist before purchasing.

CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131

CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131 is ideal for daily brushing of teeth. The main feature of the brush is the micro-USB connector on the body, through which it can be charged from the network or from a computer.

The brush works in 2 modes

• Normal
  (daily cleaning) - the bristles make 26,000 movements per minute.
• Super
  (intensive cleaning) - the bristles make 30,000 movements per minute.

The set includes 2 CS Medica SP-21 nozzles for daily cleaning.
Other CS Medica attachments are not suitable for this model. Equipment

1. Electric brush CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131.
2. 2 nozzles.
3. Protective cap for the nozzle.
4. Case for storing brushes.
5. USB cable.
6. AC adapter.
7. Stand.

CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131 is similar in shape to Philips brushes, but differs in technology. The bristles move quickly, but not fast enough to achieve the effect of dynamic fluid flow in the mouth, so this brush is less intense than the Philips.

Nuances of choice

• Thorough cleaning of the tooth surface is possible with a sufficient length of the working part - 2-2.5 cm. This size is designed to capture several teeth at the same time.
• The head of the brush should be rounded so as not to injure the mucous membrane. The unevenness of the outer part provides additional hygiene.
• The movable junction between the head and the handle puts moderate pressure on the crowns and gums.
• The handle with rubber inserts makes the brush more comfortable to use and prevents it from slipping in your hands.

Need to consider:

• Ultrasonic and ionic models greatly facilitate care, but are less accessible due to their high cost.
• Electric ones effectively cope with the function of cleaning teeth. Do not use for gum diseases or unhealed sutures.
• Manual ones are cheaper than others, but are effective only if the correct movements are performed.

Revyline RL 010

The Revyline RL 010 electric toothbrush provides deep and effective removal of plaque from the surface of the teeth.

The brush has a contactless induction charger with a USB output, which allows you to charge it from a laptop, battery or any other device.

Revyline RL 010 operates in 5 modes with 3 intensity levels.

• Clean
  - for daily cleaning;
• White
  - whitening mode;
• Polish
  - enamel polishing;
• Sensitive
  - care for sensitive enamel;
• Massage
  - gum massage.

The set includes 3 standard attachments, each of which has its own designation for ease of use by the whole family: circle, square or triangle.
Equipment

1. Toothbrush.
2. Case for storage and transportation.
3. Base with induction charging.
4. Micro USB cable.
5. Replacement nozzle - 3 pieces.

Revyline's brush technology is less intense than other brushes in the review. And the noise level is slightly higher than that of Philips and Oral-B.

Dentists' recommendations

Purchasing a toothbrush with an ultrasonic effect is a serious step towards a healthy smile. To make it as safe as possible, you need to follow some recommendations from dentists.

These are the following expert advice:

• mandatory examination by a dentist before purchasing a device;
• inadmissibility of using attachments with hard bristles to preserve the integrity of the enamel;
• mandatory supervision of children while brushing their teeth with such a device;
• analysis of the features of different models and thoughtful selection of your own copy.

Working hours

We decided to check what the manufacturers say about operating time. The basis was a daily cleaning regimen of 2 minutes 2 times a day. The results may be surprising.

The main conclusion from the experiment is that the charge of any of these brushes is enough for a full vacation.
At the same time, the CS Medica SonicPulsar CS-131 and Revyline RL 010 brushes will remind you of the need to recharge much later than other models. As you can see, reliable and inexpensive electric toothbrushes can be purchased without sacrificing quality and cleaning efficiency. More expensive models have more useful extras. Among them are an expanded set of nozzles and cleaning modes, synchronization of the brush with a mobile application, artificial intelligence, a personal case, and a nozzle wear indicator that lights up when it’s time to replace it.

How to care for implants at different stages - basic rules

Although artificial teeth are not subject to caries, there is a serious risk of developing periodontal disease. An integrated approach will help you avoid problems:

• Clean the oral cavity starting from the first day of implant installation. You need to use a brush with soft bristles. Perform movements smoothly, carefully so as not to damage the seams.
• During the first two weeks after surgery, chewing on the side of the installed implants is completely contraindicated.
• Anti-inflammatory ointments and gels, and baths based on medicinal herbs will help speed up the regeneration process.
• Regularly treat the oral cavity with aseptic means.
• Warming compresses are contraindicated due to the risk of developing inflammatory processes.
• You need to give up or limit your intake of alcoholic beverages and smoking.
• Avoid strenuous physical activity for the first couple of weeks after surgery.
• Avoid hypothermia or overheating.