We all know taking care of our dental hygiene is one of the most important things we do in our daily life. Ignore it and you’ll pay the price both in pain and in the bill to your dentist. Instead we encourage you to do as much as you can to prevent dental decay. The best tool you have in your arsenal is your toothbrush. With modern advancements in technology, you now can have at-home tools similar to the ones your dental hygienist uses in the office. Here are some fantastic options that won’t cost you an arm and a leg. All of our choices are approved with the ADA Seal Of Acceptance (American Dental Association). This seal certifies that the product is “safe and effective when used as directed.”
- Phillips Sonicare 4100 – Plaque Control
This is our favorite model on our list because of the value and features packed into thit model. This model doesn’t spin like some of the other models on our list. Instead, the flat brush head oscillates and sends out vibrations designed to break up plaque and debris. this design is proven to remove 7x more plaque the manual toothbrush you currently use, and is gentle and easy on the gums. According to Phillips, “You can be sure of a safe brushing experience: our sonic technology is suitable for use with braces, fillings, crowns, and veneers, and helps prevent cavities and improve gum health.” We love this brush as long as you can handle the sensation of the vibrations. Some people love it, but others find it overwhelming and slightly irritating. Overall we think this brush is completely worth the $40 price tag and a great option for anyone. Shop Sonicare 4100
- 2. Waterpik SF-02 Sonic-Fusion Professional Flossing Toothbrush
Are you one that doesn’t floss enough or is more relaxed on your flossing routine (the answer is yes because we all are)? Then this product is for you. This Waterpik Sonic brush combo makes it easy and convenient to both brush and water floss all at the same time. According to their website, this combination is CLINICALLY PROVEN: Up to 2x as effective as traditional brushing and flossing for reducing plaque and improving gum health; Accepted by the American Dental Association. Most importantly, we like this brush because it forces you to floss more often and therefore improves your overall dental health in the long run! Shop Waterpik SF-02
Quip Electric toothbrush-
We like this brush because the design and simplistic shape is most like the feel of a traditional toothbrush. For those that have used a traditional toothbrush their entire life, this will be the easiest and best transition into the world of electric toothbrushes. Quip is the first “direct to consumer” brush to be certified with the ADA Seal Of Acceptance, so you can trust the effectiveness and safety of this brush. Another reason we like Quip is their subscription brush head replacement service. This will force you to use a fresh new brush head and stay away from old, dirty brush heads filled with bacteria (look at your brush right now). One thing we don’t love is the single AAA battery this brush uses instead of a rechargeable unit (like most others on the list). Overall we think the Quip is a great way to dip your toe in the world of electric toothbrushes at a low cost. Shop Quip
- Oral B Pro 1000 –
This brush is a little different as it’s a round head brush rather than a flat head. It also is an oscillating unit like many others on this list. According to Oral B this unis is “Clinically proven superior 3D cleaning oscillates and pulsates to break up and remove up to 300 percentage more plaque along the gum line than a regular manual toothbrush.” With over 25,000 positive reviews on amazon, this is a fan favorite and definitely a brush you should check out. We like it because it feels a little more “gentle” to use rather than the sonic brushes, and some people find these much less irritating (and ticklish). With a pressure sensor, timer, and rechargeable battery it’s an excellent value at $40! SHOP PRO 1000
- Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 –
We love this brush! This is the Rolls Royce of toothbrushes and for good reason. Phillips reports this brush removes “10x more plaque and improves gum health up to 7x in just 2 weeks (in gum health mode vs. a manual toothbrush).” At the end of the day, cleanliness is health in this field and this brush does it better than most. Packed with high end features like pressure sensors, 4 different brush modes, 3 different intensities, 3 different brush heads, app support with “3D mouth map” and subscription services, this brush does it all and does it well. This would be our number one pick, if you’re willing to pay the premium price. With over 3500 positive reviews, we can see some of you agree with us. SHOP SONICARE 9300
Runner Up
- Oral B Genius –
This brush is smart, and I mean really smart! It adapts to your individual brushing style by learning and adapting using artificial intelligence. According to Oral, the brush “GENIUS X 10000 with artificial intelligence has learned from thousands of human brushing behaviors and instantly recognizes your brushing style” It also Teaches you how to brush by giving you “daily personal coaching to cover all areas evenly” and even helps guide you to apply the correct amount of pressure. Do we need that much help? Who knows, but this brush is awesome and offers all the help you can get without having a dentist at home! Other features include Bluetooth technology to connect it to your smartphone, and something called “Gum Protection Technology” that lightens the pressure of the brush when it detects you’re being too harsh on your gums. Like I said, this thing is smart. If you’re willing to fork out $220 (it’s on sale for $170 right now), this may be the best option for you. SHOP ORAL B GENIUS
