Recommended Toothbrushes

If you're dealing with issues like cavities or gum disease, a sonic brush is essential. While Sonicare is a popular choice, several other great brands are available with varying features such as pressure sensors, round heads, and app integration.

I advise steering clear of rotating brushes (not all round heads rotate) or brands with less than 15k vibrations per minute (such as Quip) when shopping for an electric toothbrush.

Here's a list of sonic brushes that I recommend for my patients. Each one has been thoroughly evaluated and offers varying features and designs. They are presented starting with the most budget-friendly options.

Sonicare 1100

  • Sonicare’s baseline model.

  • Quadrant pacing timer.

  • One speed.

  • No pressure sensor.

  • Charger and one brush head included.

  • Typically under $20 (price may vary)

Aquasonic

  • 40k vibrations per minute.

  • Quadrant pacing timer

  • Variable speeds.

  • Includes charger, traveling case and 8 replacement heads.

  • No pressure sensor.

  • Typically under $40 (price may vary)

Sonicare 4100

  • 31k vibrations per minute

  • Quadrant pacing timer

  • Pressor Sensor for aggressive brushers (pulses when too much pressure is applied)

  • One brush head and charger included.

  • Typically under $50 (price may vary)

Colgate Hum

  • 30k VPM

  • Quadrant pacing timer

  • Variable speeds.

  • Includes charger, traveling case, and 1 replacement head.

  • App integration

  • Typically under $50 (price may vary)

Burst Pro

  • 33k vibrations per minute.

  • Quadrant pacing timer.

  • Variable speeds.

  • Pressure sensor (reports at the end of use on LED screen)

  • Includes charger and 1 replacement head.

  • Typically under $50 (price may vary)

Aquasonic Duo

  • 40k vibrations per minute

  • Quadrant pacing timer

  • Variable speeds.

  • Includes charger, traveling cases and 8 replacement heads.

  • Great for couples or siblings

  • Typically under $50 (price may vary)

Oral-B IO Series 3

  • 48k vibrations per minute

  • Quadrant pacing timer

  • Pressure sensor (integrated red light flashes)

  • Sonic brush with round head —does not rotate.

  • Includes charger and 1 replacement head.

  • Typically under $80 (price may vary)