Colgate electric toothbrushes: types and features

Manufacturer information

Colgate hygiene products are manufactured by the Colgate–Palmolive company, which was founded in 1806 by William Colgate. Over more than two hundred years of history, the company has repeatedly become a leader in the field of hygiene products, offering revolutionary products to a wide consumer. Today the company is represented by offices in 200 countries, it continues to conquer the world, focusing on improving its products and adequate pricing policy. All Colgate-Palmolive products have certificates of the international quality and safety system.

Design features of Colgate electric brushes

At first glance, Colgate electric brushes look similar to models from other manufacturers. Formally, this is true, but Colgate products are still different in some respects.

Let's take a closer look at the distinctive features of Colgate devices in accordance with how the manufacturer positions them:

• ergonomic handle with anti-slip coating: it not only fits comfortably in the hand, but also allows you to regulate the force with which a person presses the head of the product on the teeth and gums. The geometry of the handle allows you to absorb some of this pressure, protecting the delicate tissues of the oral cavity,
• bristles located at different levels and at different angles: unequal lengths are required to clean different areas. The thinnest, cone-shaped bristles are needed to clean gums and the space between teeth. Rubber bristles remove plaque from the enamel and polish it. Long hairs reach the farthest teeth and hard-to-reach places,
• the rubber pad gently removes soft bacterial deposits and contaminants from the entire inner surface of the oral mucosa,
• movable head: it makes about 20 thousand rotations per minute, which allows you to effectively fight plaque on teeth,
• special intelligent system: it is not present in all models. It has special sensors to maintain optimal operating speed or inform that sufficient cleaning has been done (operation timer).

Brush technology

Round head brushes (like Oral-B) have bristles that move in a back-and-forth motion. Brushes with an oblong head (like Philips) have sweeping movements of the bristles.

Both of these technologies are equally effective, but differ in the feel and cleaning method. Those who want to get rid of stubborn plaque will like Oral-B. For people who are more familiar with the classic shape of the nozzle, Philips brushes are suitable.

Brushes with reciprocating movements

The reciprocating rotational movements of the round attachments allow the brush to cover the entire tooth and clean it evenly from all sides. There are brushes with a combination of reciprocating and pulsating movements (3D technology from Oral-B).

We love these three brushes - they're affordable and have good performance.

Oral-B PRO 2 2000 D501.513.2

Oral-B PRO 1 GumCare White D16.523.3U

Oral-B Smart 4 4000 D601.524.3

Oral-B Pro 2000

— brush with 3D technology: combines pulsations (40,000 per minute) and reciprocating rotational movements (8800 per minute).
An affordable brush with a pressure sensor and good power.
Oral-B PRO 1 GumCare White

— brush with 3D technology: combines pulsations (20,000 per minute) and reciprocating rotational movements (8800 per minute).
A good brush with soft bristles for sensitive teeth.
Oral-B Smart 4 4000

— brush with 3D technology: combines pulsations (40,000 per minute) and reciprocating rotational movements (8800 per minute).
The most affordable brush with the ability to connect to an application on a smartphone.

Brushes with sweeping movements

All Philips Sonicare brushes have a bristle speed of 31,000 movements per minute, regardless of the model. The brush creates a dynamic flow of liquid in the mouth, which penetrates even the most inaccessible places.

Brushes with an oblong nozzle from other brands also work on the principle of sweeping movements, but with a different number of movements per minute.

Philips Sonicare 2 series Plaque Control HX6212/87

CS Medica CS-233-UV with UV disinfector

Revyline RL 010 White

Philips Sonicare 2 series
HX6212/87
is a stylish electric brush in blue. There are also models in lilac and mint colors. A good, affordable and quiet brush in the Philips line.

CS Medica CS-233-UV

— electric brush with a power range from 28,000 to 33,000 movements per minute. A worthy model with a nice bonus - a disinfectant for storing attachments. There are also models in pink and black.

Revyline RL 010

- an affordable brush that operates in the range from 28,000 to 38,000 movements per minute.

Types of heads for Colgate electric toothbrushes

There are two ways to remove plaque from teeth: either by cleaning it off mechanically or by “breaking it” using vibrations. Therefore, Colgate electric brushes come in two types: with a rotating or vibrating head.

Devices with a rotating head have two types of bristles. The first type is stationary bristles; they serve to clean off easily removable surface plaque. The second type is bristles that perform rotational movements at a given interval. They provide effective removal of bacteria and the most stubborn plaque from hard-to-reach areas.

The principle of operation of designs with a vibrating head is slightly different: plaque removal occurs thanks to pulsating bristles. This allows you not only to clean the crowns from dirt, but also to massage the gums, providing blood supply to the mucous membrane.

Important! A motor is hidden inside each device, which triggers a rotating or pulsating movement of the head, but if you turn off the motor, the Colgate electric brush can be used as a regular one and mechanically clean your teeth. Travelers can appreciate this feature, because batteries cannot always be replenished on time.

Types of Colgate electric brushes for adults

The model range is small. There are only two varieties1 available for adults and two for children. First, let's look at the devices that adults are encouraged to use.

1. Colgate 360° (“Colgate super clean entire oral cavity”)

This brush is equipped with a unique double head, the parts of which move in opposite directions (clockwise and counterclockwise). It cleanses teeth and gums. A special rubberized pad is used to clean the tongue; it also helps to get rid of dirt from the inside of the cheeks. In addition, all devices of the Colgate 360 ​​system have medium-hard bristles of different lengths, which helps to reach even the most remote places.

Interesting! The head of the nozzle of this device is 20 times faster than a manual classic brush in terms of frequency of movements. Where a person's hand makes one movement, the Colgate device makes 20.

Double rotation is used to increase the efficiency of hygiene procedures, but in addition to the moving part, the accessory also has a static one, which allows you to simultaneously brush teeth of different sizes that are located nearby (for example, incisors and canines): while the head is fighting plaque on one surface, The static brush “sweeps away” the removed plaque from the crown.

Pros of this model:

• Powered by 2 AAA batteries, which is convenient on the road,
• There is a pad for cleansing the cheeks and tongue,
• nozzle with replaceable head,
• the handle has a special non-slip coating,
• sold in any pharmacy, has a simple manual,
• affordable price: from 500 rubles.

Disadvantages of this model:

• Suitable only for adults and children over 12 years of age (or those who have already had a complete change from primary to permanent dentition),
• There are no markers that can be used to mark the removable attachment. This makes it impossible to use one device with different attachments for all family members,
• there is no attachment for enamel whitening,
• there are no different modes of use, including for massage of the mucous membrane,
• there is no pressure regulator on the teeth, as well as a timer,
• The kit does not include a stand, a container for storing attachments and for carrying a brush.

Colgate 360° Optic White (“Colgate Optic White” with vibrating bristles)

From the name of the device it is clear what its manufacturers focus on. Clinical trials conducted by Colgate have proven that it is the vibrating movements of the bristles, coupled with medium-hard bristles, that make it possible to soften even plaque that has turned into tartar, and then effectively remove it. In addition to vibrating bristles, the brush also contains polishing bristles, which make the surface of the crown smoother, which reduces the formation of plaque on it and makes it easier to remove if it does appear for some reason.

On a note! Manufacturers of some types of toothbrushes and toothpastes claim that their product will effectively help remove tartar and whiten enamel, but professional dentists are skeptical about this claim. In fact, you shouldn’t expect a really good result, because only doctors can remove hard tartar and whiten enamel by more than 1-2 shades using office procedures, and various brushes and pastes can only maintain the result and cope with soft deposits.

An important point is that the Colgate Optic White device has a whitening mode. The special structure of the bristles allows you to fight stains on the enamel, removing them carefully and irrevocably. For comparison, the Colgate Optic White head makes as many movements in a minute as a human hand would make in an hour and a half.

The vibrations of the head, according to the manufacturer, do an excellent job not only of removing tartar, they also massage the gums, ensuring tissue blood flow. According to a study, people who use Colgate Optic White toothbrushes have 4 times less gum disease than those who use regular ones.

Pros of this model:

• there are whitening bristles that effectively remove stains from enamel, which is important for smokers and coffee lovers,
• the device cleans not only the tongue, but also the gums, the inside of the cheeks, removing germs from the entire oral cavity,
• the structure of the handle makes the cleaning process comfortable,
• One AAA battery is used for operation,
• affordable price: from 480 rubles.

Disadvantages of this model:

• This brush cannot be used to clean baby teeth, because the enamel on them is thinner and there is a high risk of injuring it,
• there is no delicate cleaning mode, as well as a separate massage mode (vibrating heads, although they stimulate the gums, still do not produce a full massage),
• there is no pressure sensor, as well as an indicator of discharge and wear of the bristles,
• There is no timer or display, so you have to calculate and control the procedure time yourself,
• There are no containers for attachments or a case for transporting and storing the brush itself.

Top 9 rating according to KP

Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite HX6711/02

Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite.
Photo: Philips Unlike the previous model, this electric toothbrush has two modes. The first one is suitable for daily cleaning. And the second one has a teeth whitening function. Moreover, the first one lasts two minutes, and the second one is connected for another 30 seconds after the expiration of the period. They are recommended to treat the smile area. Also, once every 30 seconds the brush gives a signal - it’s time to change sides. The shape of the attachments on this brush is classic, not rounded. An interesting Easy-start function is “Easy Start”. During the first 14 days of use, the brush does not work at full capacity, but the number of pulsations increases daily. This is due to the fact that many people’s gums begin to bleed after switching to an electric device. With this function, the damage can be minimized. By the way, there are two types of brush heads - a large one and a smaller one - for children. Moreover, some specifically buy children's ones. They claim that each tooth is treated better this way.

Characteristics

Advantages and disadvantages

Holds charge well

Expensive attachments

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CS Medica CS-262

CS Medica CS-262. Photo: CS Medica

Budget model in the ranking of the best electric toothbrushes. The first thing that attracts attention is the use of classic batteries. The manufacturer assures that the brush will work for 150 days with two finger elements. It is a known fact that regular batteries are more durable than batteries of a similar shape. A protective cap is included with the nozzles. Few manufacturers bother to include this accessory. Although it is certainly important, for example, when traveling. The handle, like more expensive models, is rubberized so that it does not slip out of your hands. There are two operating modes - powerful (33 thousand rpm) and normal (28 thousand rpm). They switch with a button.

Characteristics

Advantages and disadvantages

Lightweight, price

There are complaints that it fails when exposed to moisture.

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Donfeel HSD-015

Donfeel HSD-015. Photo: Donfeel

An electric toothbrush for the most demanding users. It was published three years ago, but in 2022 it has not lost its relevance. First, the battery lasts for six weeks if you clean it twice a day. Secondly, the crazy number of revolutions is 42 thousand in normal mode and 2.8 million in ultrasonic mode. There are five operating modes: classic, whitening, massage, soft and polishing. The set includes three replacement nozzles. If you want, use it one at a time, or if you want, divide it among your family. The charging station has a built-in ultraviolet lamp. It kills bacteria, prevents them from remaining on the bristles and preventing fungus from developing on the handle. There is a large base here. And you won’t be able to store it on the sink - this is prohibited according to the instructions. So you will have to look for a place, for example, in the hallway or in the kitchen. Next is the feeling of cleaning. Some are ticklish, some are uncomfortable. Due to their high intensity and ultrasound, they differ from classic electric brushes. But over time you get used to it. Next is the service life. Officially it is 1 year. But according to reviews, the device works for two, but then dies. In this case, the manufacturer offers to buy the pen separately - about 3.5 thousand. Other parts of the device are also sold separately.

Characteristics

Advantages and disadvantages

Quality of cleaning, charging

Service life, price

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Types of electric brushes for children

For children, the presented models are identical in their functionality and design features. The only difference is that one device is designed in a style that girls will like - this is the Colgate Barbie for girls. The second option will appeal to boys - this is Colgate Spider-Man for boys.

The design of these models is suitable for children over three years old. The brush has a small head with super-soft bristles that do not damage the thin surface of baby teeth and delicate mucous membranes. However, thanks to the vibrating movements, the bristles clean the interdental spaces well and remove plaque from the crowns. The handle is comfortable for a child's palm, and the start and stop buttons are large enough so that the child does not miss. In addition, the device is painted with children’s favorite cartoon characters, which will make this hygiene item not only noticeable, but also loved.

The advantages of these models:

• toothbrushes are powered by a pair of AAA batteries, which makes them convenient not only at home, but also when traveling,
• bright design and clear intuitive controls allow the child to quickly master this accessory,
• the affordable price will please parents (cost - from 680 rubles).

Disadvantages of these models:

• a non-replaceable head that only vibrates without making rotational movements,
• there is no mode for delicate care and massage,
• there is no pressure sensor, which is important for a child who is just learning how to perform oral hygiene and cannot yet calculate his strength,
• the device does not have charging and wear indicators, as well as a timer that helps maintain the correct cleaning time,
• there is no stand for the device, no container for attachments and for its transportation,
• Changing the battery is inconvenient due to the tight lock and weak plastic case, which can break.

Brushes as a gift

People often buy toothbrushes from us as gifts. And when it comes to a gift, design becomes an important selection criterion. Men, as a rule, choose black brushes as a gift, girls - brighter ones. We have collected the best gift ideas below.

Oral-B Smart 4 4000N Black edition D601.525.3

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Amethyst HX9372/04

Revyline RL 010 Pink

Oral-B Smart 4 4000N Black edition

- a great gift idea for a man. A strict body in an elegant black color, a comfortable rubberized handle and a lot of useful functions that turn the toothbrush into an advanced gadget.

Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Amethyst

- a luxurious gift that will definitely captivate the recipient. First of all, because of the unusual shade of the brush - rich purple. The set includes a stylish case and a charging base in the form of a storage cup. This model has all the advantages of the white model, which we wrote about above in the “Brushes with several operating modes” section.

Revyline RL 010 Pink

- a budget-friendly and effective gift idea. The body of the brush is soft pink, and the kit includes a case that matches the color. RL 010 Pink has all the advantages of the white model, which we wrote about above in the “Brushes with sweeping movements” section.