I got a Philips Sonicare last year and couldn't believe how much better it worked than manual brushing. Question I have is, if you also use Sonicare, what do you recommend for replacement heads? My main concern is plaque control.
Should I consider any of the aftermarket brands? If not, then where have you found the best deal on OEM replacement heads?
Posts: 3789 | Location: Texas | Registered: June 17, 2003
About six months ago I began using an Oral B “Pulsar”. It has a built-in nonreplacable battery. Good for a couple of months. Then I toss it and begin using another.
New heads, new battery, new everything. Not expensive, and works very well.
Serious about crackers.
Posts: 11302 | Location: San Diego | Registered: July 26, 2014
The unit I bought (at Costco) had the A-3 brushes. Finding that they might be a bit too firm. Getting ready to order some C-3 brushes to see if they work better.
Posts: 2972 | Location: Northern California | Registered: December 01, 2006
Prefer the brand name replacement heads from Costco. Maybe Sam's Club or Walmart has them too? As Pedropcola said, we only have one set of teeth and I'm going to spend the few extra dollars for a packet of OEM replacements.
"The Truth, when first uttered, is always considered heresy."
Posts: 2669 | Location: West of Fort Worth | Registered: March 05, 2008
I've found - like others here, that the Costco replacements are the best deal. I've been on the Sonicare for years. My dental cleanings are quick and I'm fortunate to only have a few cavities in my late 50's.
I get my teeth cleaned twice a year and that's when I swap my brush head. My electric and manual brushing is 50/50.
Cheers~
Posts: 1014 | Location: Valley Oregon | Registered: May 23, 2008
Originally posted by P250UA5: Ours are OralB, but the aftermarket brush heads, while a good savings, don't ever seem as good, nor do they last as long.
Semi-ditto. The off-brand heads fail outright or wear out quickly, not really saving any money in the long run. They never seem to clean as well, either.
Posts: 11172 | Location: On the mountain off the grid | Registered: February 25, 2002
I use an Oral B brush and buy the pack of replacement brushes from Sams. I replace the brush every other month. The bristles change color when time to replace.
Originally posted by iron chef: I got a Philips Sonicare last year and couldn't believe how much better it worked than manual brushing. Question I have is, if you also use Sonicare, what do you recommend for replacement heads? My main concern is plaque control.
Should I consider any of the aftermarket brands? If not, then where have you found the best deal on OEM replacement heads?
I'm currently using the C3 Premium Plaque Defense heads.
Posts: 1605 | Location: Rhode Island | Registered: February 15, 2007
I, too, recommend COSTCO for the Philips multi pack.
I once thought that the device was failing. Just needed a cleaning. The slightest amount of gunk between head and handle drastically diminished the performance.
