Philips Sonicare Advance 4100 Sonic Power Toothbrush
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Philips Sonicare Advance 4100 Sonic Power Toothbrush Details
Manufacturer: Philips SonicareBrand: Philips
Model: 4100
Product features:
- Rechargeable toothbrush cleans with ultra-high speed bristles
- 2-minute Smartimer takes out the guesswork
- Removes 80% of coffee and tobacco stains in just 28 days
- Includes 1 standard-size brush head, charger base
- Handle holds charge for up to 2 weeks, ideal for travel
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Customer Reviews of Philips Sonicare Advance 4100 Sonic Power Toothbrush
Customer Review: A Review Long Overdue
Summary: 5 Stars
Philips Sonicare Advance 4100 Sonic Power Toothbrush
Introduction
I have had my Sonicare Advance for 13 years (I also own the Philips Elite Power Toothbrush), long before Philips acquired the Seattle-based company Optiva Corp. (the original maker of Sonicare) in 2000. When Optiva introduced the Philips Sonicare Advance 4100 circa 1992, it was unlike any electric toothbrushes on the market. The Sonicare Advance 4100 used a piezoelectric multimorph transducer, which was a patented technology developed by Optiva Corp. The technology allows the Advance 4100 to produce a dizzying 31,000 brush strokes per minute (BSPM)! No other brand of electric toothbrush has been able to rival its performance before or since.
Does It Work?
YES! 31,000 BSPM is, patently, many many more brush strokes per minute than what any mere human is capable of producing with a manual toothbrush. Whenever I run my tongue across the surfaces of my teeth after every brushing, it always gives me great satisfaction to feel like I've just had my teeth professionally cleaned by a dentist - no more gritty tooth surfaces resulting from the buildup of plaque and/or tartar!
Bush Head Replacement
I strongly recommend replacing the brush head with the newer brush head replacements for the E-Series (Elite series) instead of the A-Series (Advance Series) Replacement Brush Heads. The E-Series Replacement Brush Heads are now compatible with the Philips Sonicare Advance 4100. Philips has apparently decided to boost the sales of their E-Series Replacement Bush Heads by tapping into the market for owners of the Philips Sonicare Advance 4100. It's a Win-Win for both consumers and Philips. The E-Series Replacement Brush Heads are smaller and better able to reach the hard-to-reach areas in your mouth. It definitely cleans much better than the A-Series Brush Heads! It turns out, moreover, that (as of this writing) the E-Series Brush Heads are cheaper than the A-Series Brush Heads.
Change That Brush Head!
I can't stress this enough:
Change That Brush Head, Change That Brush Head, Change That Brush Head!
Sonicare performs only as well as the brush head allows it to! Don't try to stint on brush head replacements. Philips recommends replacing the brush head every 6 months. I find that the brush head starts to show signs of wear after only 3 months - the performance of Sonicare starts to degrade and the cleaning action of the Sonicare becomes noticeably less effective. I'd say change the brush head every 3-6 months. Sure, the price for brush heads is steep - so the question is: How much is oral hygiene worth to you? More important, how much is your general health and wellbeing worth to you? Oral bacteria and gum disease has been conclusively linked with a whole host of health problems including heart disease, pancreatic cancer and other bodily ills - Sound far-fetched? Don't believe me? Google it!
Newer Models
If you're a newbie to Sonicare, you should know that the Sonicare Advance 4100 Power Toothbrush is an older model. Philips has since introduced the Sonicare Xtreme (for teens and pre-teens), Sonicare Essence, the Sonicare Elite, and Sonicare FlexCare (the latest incarnation of Sonicare's Power Toothbrush). If, however, you already own the Philips Sonicare Advance, you'll be happy to know that the Sonicare Advance works just as well as the newer models. I own both the Sonicare Advance and the Sonicare Elite. The Sonicare Advance works just as well as the Sonicare Elite so long as you use the E-Series Brush Heads on the Sonicare Advance.
What's The Difference?
The Sonicare Elite and the Sonicare Essence both have a "Quad-Pacer" feature, which is a timer that beeps to let you know when its time to move on to a different section of your mouth. Sonicare Elite has an additional feature that allows you to reduce the BSPM. The newest incarnation of the Sonicare Toothbrush, the Sonicare FlexCare, comes with a UV sanitizer for sanitizing the brush head.
The Verdict
I'd really recommend the Sonicare Essence since it hits the sweet spot for price vs. features.
Need I say more? Get the Sonicare Power Toothbrush and see for yourself what a FANTASTIC job it does of cleaning your teeth!
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Description of Philips Sonicare Advance 4100 Sonic Power Toothbrush
Model HX 4101. Naturally whiter teeth. Superior plaque removal. Healthier gums. Not all power toothbrushes are created equal. Only Sonicare combines 31,000 brush strokes per minute and extra-wide sweeping motion to create dynamic fluid cleaning action. Inspired by the sonic technology used in dental offices. Sonicare's unique dynamic fluid action gently and effectively reaches deep between teeth and below the gum line. Naturally Whiter Teeth: Clinically proven to significantly reduce coffee, tea, and tobacco stains for naturally whiter teeth in just 28 days. Superior Plaque Removal: Clinically proven to remove significantly more plaque than a manual toothbrush; Safe for use with braces, dental work, implants, and sensitive teeth. Improves Gum Health: Clinically proven to reverse gingivitis and help shrink periodontal pockets. All Sonicare Models Feature: Patented Sonic Technology - Creates high speed bristle motion and dynamic fluid cleansing action. Smartimer - 2-Minute timer helps ensure dental professional recommended brushing time. Easy-Start - Gently increases brushing power over first 12 uses. Helping you get accustomed to electric tooth brushing. Extra Soft Bristles - Extra-soft, end-rounded bristles are gentle on teeth and gums. Used by More Dental Professionals: Sonicare is the brand personally used by more U.S. dental professionals than any other power toothbrush. Full charge lasts for up to 2 weeks of normal brushing. Advance 4100 Includes [Previously named Personal 4100 (PS)]: 1 Sonicare Toothbrush with Brush Head (Standard Size); 1 Charger Base with Easy-Wrap Cord. UL Listed Personal hygiene appliance. 2 Year Warranty.Sonicare's Advance 4100 (previously known as the PS-1) cleans with an ultrahigh-speed motion, leaving teeth feeling sparkling fresh. Extra-soft bristles let the user apply as much pressure as desired, making the Sonicare perfect for people with sensitive teeth, braces, and implants. While proven to be as or more effective than manual brushing for removing plaque and preventing gingivitis, the Sonicare Advance is also guaranteed to remove 80% of tobacco, tea, and coffee stains in just 28 days. The Smartimer function takes the guesswork out of how long to brush by automatically shutting off the brush after two minutes. The 4100 includes one standard-size brush head, a charger base, and a handle that holds its charge for up to two weeks, making it ideal for travel. A two-year warranty covers the handle and charger against defects. --Ann Bieri
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