The best ... toothbrush tech
Toothbrushes that zap the germs left on the brush head, and more
Dr. Fresh FireFly
The FireFly lights up and blinks for one minute, teaching kids how long to brush. It comes in a variety of color choices: pink, blue, green, yellow, and white. Price: $1 Contact: Dentist.net
Source: San Francisco Examiner
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Oral-B Pulsonic
This design is the “slimmest and lightest rechargeable sonic toothbrush” on the market. Price: $69.99 Contact: Oral-b.com
Source: The Earth Times
Philips Sonicare Flexcare
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The sonic waves of this model “loosen and brush plaque away.” But its “coolest feature” is the UV sanitizer, which zaps “germs left on the brush head.” Price: $180 Contact: Sonicare.com
Source: Men’s Journal
Grassy Organizer
Plant your toothbrushes in this organizer made of soft molded rubber. Available in green or white. Price: $9.50 Contact: Umbra.com
Source: The New York Times
Oral-B Triumph with Smartguide
This brush “pulsates to loosen plaque, then oscillates to sweep it away.” Its “Smartguide” feature lets you know how long to brush each section of your mouth. Price: $150 Contact: Oral-b.com
Source: Men’s Journal
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