I received my toothbrushes today. I did not realize that this is marketed for kids. Will this work for a grandma?
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It works no different than my adult one, and the adult brushes attach just fine to this one. in fact it is almost the exact same size. I think the only truly kid feature is the pretty colors, and stars etc. It is also great for teaching the grand kids how to use it (just use a different brush attachment for sac one- label Joe-Joe, or Marie or Sylvie so they know whose is whose). From one Grandma to another...
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Hey Roseanne, I'm not sure of this brand, but it looks like another knock off like the diamond Ultrasonic tooth brush I bought from Groupon a couple years back, which went in the trash six months later. Here's what I've learned about Groupon on things like this. Groupon is great for deals on certain things, but if it involves your health just pay the extra and buy a quality product. You might be saving $50 bucks and it could be a decent tooth brush, but if it's not you'll pay the difference in filling cavities. So my advice, pay the extra and stick with a brand you know works.
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While this brush head is small, I think I'd wait until the child has more permanent teeth. They need a smaller brush for brushing baby teeth. They also need to develop brushing skills when they are young. I'd wait until a child is about 9ish or once they have molars.
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We hang our kid's electric toothbrushes and they are fine. I wouldn't try my Sonicare though (too heavy.)
2050365
9 and under - I would say no. They should use children's products. Of course, I am a customer, not a professional. Ask your dentist for better answer.
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They are smaller than a "normal" toothbrush - but the standard size for Phillips. Be aware - there are at least 2 types of Sonicare brush-heads...price wise, they are similar. Once you get one, you will see the type of head you need. On average, I would say the Sonicare brush is about 2/3 the size of a normal toothbrush...and note, it is not "square and flat" - it is more rounded, and the bristles are shaped to go around and between teeth. I have been using Sonicare for about 10 years now - and in those 10 years, each dentist visit for cleaning has been shorter and shorter. The last visit the dental tech actually said "Did someone just clean your teeth" - because it really does a better job cleaning than a normal brush.
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The brush head/bristles are small but we used them for ourselves and our 2 year old. Our dentist recommended using a small brush for ourselves as adults to scrub better.
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I don't think it would be effective for someone who actually needed clean teeth. I think it's more designed to develop comfort with oral hygiene routines on the flat teeth babies start out with, rather than thorough cleaning on adult teeth. Also the hole that your finger is supposed to fit in is pretty slim; my finger doesn't fit in it all the way. That's better for a baby because their mouths are so small, if it was bigger it wouldn't be able to brush. But I think it would be difficult on adult teeth.
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I don't see why not. These brushes seem to extremely user-friendly for all ages. And this small size head will be very comfortable for a child.Actually this small size is very comfortable even for a grown-up because it allows to do a more "detailed" cleaning of teeth.
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F.Y.I.: I'm a senior, and love this brush. My dentist recommends them, and at my age I am doing all I can to make sure I leave this world with all my teeth (so far so good!). The labeling says "designed specifically for preteens and teens" is because its fine to use with braces. Lots of kids (including my ten-year-old grand daughter) are getting braces well before they hit their teen years. Some electric brushes can damage braces because their brushing action is too violent. Sonicare works more by vibrating the plaque off than by actual brushing, so is fine for braces. I really think this little appliance is great, but be sure to use it the right way: Don't try to brush hard with it as if its a regular toothbrush; slowly pass it over your teeth (pausing at each area) and give it a chance to work. Its also very good for your gums. I think you'll like it.
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If the base of the toothbrush has an indentation that looks somewhat like the letter D, I believe it will work.
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It is a teether. I sent a message to Delta Dental and asked for a child\toddler brush and they sent me two in the mail. Or ask your dental clinic. The one I have has a special handle that doesn't allow her to choke and the bristles are soft and small. Good luck.
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It would work okay, the bristles are rubber and not as hard as a normal toothbrush since its made for babies but if needed an adult could use it
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Yes. I use the standard adult heads for myself on this kids Sonicare. The kids 8+ size heads are the same size as adults heads, I'm not sure if there are any differences in the bristle firmness or anything else.
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Stays on for 2 minutes but the tooth brush is a bit too small for me. Seems more for a child I don't use it gave it away to someone who liked & uses it.
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I wouldn't use this toothbrush myself it is a child/tweens toothbrush but if you have a small mouth I think it would be suitable.
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It is appropriate to use with preschool children. The brush material is soft and brush head is not too big for their small mouth and teeth.