Do all Sonicare heads fit all Sonicare toothbrushes?

There are two types of brush heads: Snap/Click on and Twist/Screw on. The snap on or click on brush heads are compatible with most of our rechargeable Sonicare Toothbrush handles. These will fit all Philips Sonicare toothbrush handles except for the PowerUp Battery and Essence model.

When should I replace my Sonicare head?

It is recommended to replace your Philips Sonicare Brush Head every three months of normal use (brushing twice a day) or when the blue indicator bristles wear out. One reason is because brush heads can get weary and will be less effective in removing plague.

How do I reset my Philips Sonicare brush head?

Instructions on how to reset your Sonicare toothbrush

1. Place your handle on the charger.
2. Press and hold the power button together with the intensity button (intensity up) and the mode button for at least 2 seconds.
3. You will hear 3 beeps and see the battery light flashing green.

Why won’t my Sonicare toothbrush head come off?

To remove a brush head that’s stuck on your toothbrush, try running the toothbrush’s top section under warm water for at least ten seconds. Then, see if you can pull it off. You might have to give it quite a forceful tug, but it should come right off.

Can you leave Sonicare on charger?

You can always keep your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush on a plugged-in charger between brushing. This will not affect the battery lifespan of your toothbrush.

How long does Sonicare toothbrush last?

Average. The average lifespan of a Sonicare toothbrush, according to consumers, is anywhere from two to five years, though they are said to occasionally last up to seven.

How often should you replace an electric toothbrush?

Your dentist along with the ADA will always recommend replacing your electric or manual toothbrush after using it for three to four months at a minimum. Doing so will keep your mouth healthy and clean, and keep the germs away as well.

Why is the light on my Sonicare blinking?

Toothbrush is not fully charged If you see the battery indicator light blinking, or if you hear a beep, it means that your toothbrush is charging. Fully charge your Philips Sonicare Toothbrush for 24 hours. If the flashing light turns off at some point during charging, this is normal.

How long is a electric toothbrush supposed to last?

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.

How do you clean an electric toothbrush head?

How to Clean an Electric Toothbrush Head. Use a Bleach Solution. Each month, soak your toothbrush head in bleach and water (10 parts water to 1 part bleach) for one hour. Once it is finished soaking, be sure to rinse your toothbrush head thoroughly to get rid of excess bleach.

How do you remove a burst toothbrush head?

How do I Change the BURST Toothbrush Heads? Replace your BURST Sonic Toothbrush heads by simply taking off the current brush head from the base of the brush. Next, pop on the new replacement head.

Why did my electric toothbrush stop working?

There are two main causes for charging faults inside the toothbrush, either damaged components for example from being dropped or from water seeping inside, or a failed battery.

How do I reset my electric toothbrush?

To turn the toothbrush off, hold the on/off button until the brush stops. When you turn it back on again, it will be back in Daily Clean mode. You can reset the handle by holding on/off button for 10 seconds. All the lights should do a double-blink simultaneously to let you know that this has been successful.

How do I fix the button on my Philips Sonicare toothbrush?

If the button cannot be pressed, there may be something below the button holding it down. To fix this, remove the brush from the toothbrush. Then, remove the bottom of the casing with a flat head screwdriver. If holding the toothbrush, lights facing up, depress two prongs in either side inside of the toothbrush.