How often should you replace your Oral B toothbrush head?

The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends you replace your toothbrush head approximately every three to four months (around 90 days) to prevent bacteria from building up on the bristles.

Do all brush heads fit Oral B?

Oral – B offers a variety of replacement heads for your specific oral care needs. And since all of our brush heads fit all of our electric toothbrush handles (except Pulsonic), it’s easy to find the perfect fit for you. Browse below our entire line of Oral – B replacement brush heads.

Are all Oral B heads the same?

Compatibility – Oral-B brush heads interchangeable All of the Oral-B brush heads will fit to and work with any of the current and many older Oral-B electric toothbrushes. They are designed to be interchangeable*. All brush heads work on any Oral-B brush handle and cleaning mode.

What is the lifespan of an electric toothbrush?

The average life span of an electric toothbrush is around 5 years. Manufacturers normally offer a 2 year warranty should the brush fail sooner. But some brushes will last a lot longer — we know of people still using electric toothbrushes that are 10 years old.

When should you change electric toothbrush head?

Plan to change out the toothbrush head on your electronic toothbrush every 12 weeks, or even earlier. Watch for signs of wear and tear on the bristles to know when it’s time to say goodbye to a brush head.

Why does my Oral-B electric toothbrush turn on by itself?

Oral-B toothbrush power cycles on/off If the Oral-B toothbrush is turning itself on and off very quickly, and then continues to run this likely normal. This is the professional timer, also known as the pacer/quadpacer/30 second timer.

Can you replace battery in Oral-B electric toothbrush?

No, you cannot replace the battery in your Oral – B electric toothbrush. The battery is contained within the electronics of the toothbrush handle and the unit is then sealed to keep it water tight. For these reasons we do not provide replacement batteries for Oral – B electric toothbrushes.

Why is my Oral-B electric toothbrush not working?

The best thing to do is to put it on the charger for 30 minutes or so, and then try to switch it on. It should blink green during charging. Note that this can take up to 15 minutes to start happening if the toothbrush was entirely drained of battery during brushing. When charging is complete, the blinking should stop.

How often should I change my toothbrush?

“The average person should be swapping out for a new toothbrush every three to four months,” explains Dr. Sienna Palmer, DDS, dentist at Meridien Dental in Santa Monica, CA. “This is recommended to ensure that the bristles are still effective and bacteria accumulation on the toothbrush is minimal.”

What shape toothbrush head is best?

Head shape Conventionally shaped toothbrush heads are rounded or squared off. Diamond-shaped toothbrushes tend to be better at reaching the back and sides of your molars.

What is the best Oral-B toothbrush to buy?

Try one of these dentist-recommended electric toothbrushes.

• Best Overall: Oral-B GENIUS X Electric Toothbrush.
• Best Sonicare: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Toothbrush.
• Best Oral-B: Oral-B Pro 1000 Power Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush Powered by Braun.
• Best Battery-Operated: Foreo ISSA 2 Toothbrush.

Can you use any Oral-B head?

One of the fantastic things about Oral-B brush heads is that they are fully interchangeable*. This means that if you have any of the Oral-B electric toothbrushes, you can use any of the brush heads explained here.

Which Oral B Vitality is best?

A good choice if you are on a budget. The Oral-B Vitality will provide benefits over a manual toothbrush. However, spending a little extra and buying the Oral-B Pro 1000 is beneficial for the improved cleaning action, slimmer handle, battery status light and timer with 30 second pacer.