Electric toothbrushes for children. Electric toothbrushes: reviews from dentists

Brushing your teeth is how the morning of not only an adult, but also a child begins. Modern parents are increasingly choosing electric toothbrushes for children. However, there is an opinion that a regular device is enough for them, and in general, why brush baby teeth if they are going to fall out anyway? Dentists unanimously say that electric brushes are a worthy alternative to our usual personal hygiene items. What are their features and how to choose the right model for your baby?

Dentist reviews

Many will say that all innovations are simply imposing one opinion or another on parents. However, clinical trials have confirmed that motorized devices are indeed more effective. If you can't get your child to brush their teeth, then look into electric toothbrushes. Reviews from dentists indicate that they are excellent at teaching children how to brush their teeth on their own. After all, a provocatively buzzing and bright toothbrush can interest any child!

Of course, parents are concerned about whether they should give their children such devices and whether they are safe. According to dentists, a child can be taught to use a brush as early as three years old, but this must be done carefully and taking into account age-related characteristics. The thing is that the structure of children's teeth is different from that of adults - the enamel is easily damaged even with minor impact. Electric toothbrushes have received positive reviews from dentists, but they will only be beneficial if used under adult supervision. In addition, it is best to give such devices to children from 6-8 years old - it is at this age that children already know how to brush their teeth on their own.

Tips for choosing

Choosing an electric toothbrush for a child is in many ways similar to choosing a toothbrush for an adult. It is worth remembering that there are only two types of brushes for children: standard and sonic. The former are equipped with soft bristles, while the latter may seem unusual to the child due to the noise.

Consider the speed of movement of the bristles: the higher it is, the more intense the cleaning. Accordingly, for the little ones it is worth choosing brushes with less vibration.

Also, for the little ones and for those who use a brush for the first time, the habituation function to the brush may be useful, as well as the built-in pressure sensor on the teeth.

Synchronization with a smartphone is suitable for kids who have yet to learn how to brush their teeth properly.

Features of choice

Modern manufacturers offer a wide selection of devices for babies, and you should choose them carefully. Let's talk about what you should consider.

Age characteristics. All electric toothbrushes for children are marked: 3/6 years or 6/12 years.
The hardness of the bristles. The choice of brush for this indicator also depends on the age of the child - the older he is, the stiffer the bristles should be. Children under three years old should choose models with a large handle so that parents can help them brush their teeth. If the child already knows how to cope with this task independently, you can choose a thick brush with a short handle. Ideally, the bristles should be soft or medium hard and made from artificial materials, since natural ones are not resistant to bacteria.
The stiffness of the bristles. For baby teeth, models marked “soft” are suitable, and the bristles should be no more than 11 millimeters high. It is best if the brush head has a multi-level brush field, in which all the bristles are different in height. This is the key to high-quality and effective cleaning even in hard-to-reach places.

What kind of electric toothbrush should be for children?

Specifications

You should pay attention to some technical points when buying an electric toothbrush for your child:

Each package must indicate the recommended age. These instructions should be strictly followed;
Depending on age, you should select the stiffness of the bristles. You can't go wrong if you choose a soft one for any age. Recently, along with soft bristles, extra soft bristles have appeared on sale, which is recommended for use by children under the age of five;
It is believed that the height of the stubble also matters. For a child it should not exceed 10 mm. A good solution would be to choose multi-level bristles;
if the child is still small, and his parents brush his teeth, you should choose a device with a sufficiently voluminous handle of optimal length;
For independent use by a child, specimens with a not very long handle that fits well in the child’s palm are suitable. This point affects not only the ease of use, but also the quality of cleaning;
To protect your gums from damage due to excessive pressure, you should buy models with a flexible shock-absorbing element.

Appearance

Recently, among manufacturers of children's toothbrushes, electric models have begun to look very colorful and begin to resemble toys rather than appliances. In addition to the fact that this arouses interest in the child and develops a desire to use the device, sales volumes are growing, because children are increasingly asking their parents to buy them this useful toy. It should be noted that in pursuit of a sales market, such toy brushes may turn out to be completely inconvenient to use. The child will not be able to hold it correctly, much less use it effectively.

Types and features

A modern solution for cleaning teeth is an electric toothbrush. How to choose from the presented modifications? Today, two models are offered - oscillating and sound. The first is equipped with a cylindrical head that copes well with plaque and is able to reach hard-to-reach areas. This brush is the most popular among buyers.

The sound model works on vibrational waves, that is, cleansing is performed not only by mechanical sweeping. Accordingly, the teeth are cleaned carefully, and the noise of the operating device itself is not heard.

Not sure which electric toothbrush is best? How to choose? Pay attention to the main technical characteristics.

Using an electric toothbrush for children

The first electric toothbrushes appeared in the mid-twentieth century, but they became widespread only recently. The initial models were powered by AC power, which was not only inconvenient, but also unsafe. The battery-powered versions that appeared later were extremely bulky. Over time, the models changed and came to a modern look, which has become in demand among consumers.

After electronic toothbrushes firmly took their place on store shelves, most manufacturers decided to launch special models for children. At the same time, consumers have a question: will they benefit children? We will try to answer this question.

Technical information

Firstly, each brush operates at different speeds. Slow is suitable for cleaning sensitive teeth and areas along the gum line, and fast allows you to rid the enamel of plaque.

Secondly, the handle plays an important role - it should be comfortable for the child and have a rubber studded coating that prevents slipping during use.

Thirdly, modern expensive electric toothbrushes for children have a function that allows you to set interval cleaning, and the screen displays information about the battery charge status.

What are the advantages?

Modern manufacturers offer a wide selection of toothbrushes powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries. All of them attract attention with several positive characteristics:

Built-in timer that allows you to monitor the cleaning time.
Ability to brush teeth in hard-to-reach places.
Ease of use: the child does not need to make any effort, since electric toothbrushes for children are designed in such a way that they do everything themselves.
Setting the brush operating mode allows you to monitor the optimal pressure on the gums and teeth.
Some models are equipped with a special digital reminder to replace batteries.

Electric brushes are popular due to the fact that when using them, it is possible to change the brushing technique, and you only need to guide the device along the surface of the teeth.

How to properly clean?

Scientists say that improper use of toothbrushes leads to gum damage and loose teeth. If you do not follow the rules, when using an electric toothbrush, children may experience gum recession and other defects. This is why it is important to clean correctly.

The head of the toothbrush should be applied to the tooth, covering it completely for a few seconds. It needs to be moved gradually and slowly.
You need to move the brush towards the edge of the gum.
It is strictly forbidden to press on the device.
When cleaning external, internal and chewing teeth, the head should be positioned horizontally.
Cleaning the gums should be done from the outside, and then move to the inside.

Today, a huge number of manufacturers offer electric toothbrushes. The popularity ranking is constantly changing, as each brand offers something special every now and then. We will tell you about the most popular devices among buyers.

Oral-B

This manufacturer offers two brushes at once, and the company’s main emphasis is on ease of use. The combination of bright colors and unusual design using images of famous cartoon characters makes these devices interesting for children. The Stages Advance Power 950TX electric toothbrush produced by Oral-B allows you to turn the process of brushing your teeth into an exciting experience. It is designed in such a way that the procedure time is monitored by a unique music timer: it plays 16 melodies per minute. Children need to brush their teeth for at least two minutes - with musical accompaniment, this time flies by! The distinctive features of this device include:

A large number of reciprocating movements.
The presence of a music timer.
Bright color scheme.

Another electric toothbrush created by Oral-B is Stages Power. It is designed for children 5-7 years old. The main difference from the previous model is the short head and specially designed bristles that provide gentle cleaning.

Choice of brush and child’s age –

According to the manufacturer's recommendations, all these brushes can be used by children from 3 to 9 years old. But, because They have slightly different characteristics, but depending on the model, they can still be recommended for children of different ages. For example, if you need an electric toothbrush for children aged 3 years and older, it is better to purchase the Oral-B Mickey KIDS brush, which has a music timer of 16 changing melodies from Disney cartoons.

If you need an electric toothbrush for children aged 7 years and older, it is better to choose Oral-B Stages Power “Starwars” or “Frozen”. You can no longer surprise seven-year-old children with musical timers, and in order to further motivate the child to brush their teeth, a special application for the smartphone “Disney MagicTimer” was developed for these brushes. The application allows you to create an individual profile on your child’s smartphone with their favorite Disney characters, and has a visual game timer with a reward system for regular teeth brushing.

The application works as follows... After scanning the purchased Oral-B Stages Power “Starwars” or “Frozen” toothbrush, the hero on the mobile device will come to life and will gradually reveal various drawings to the child. Those. The longer the child brushes his teeth, the more complete the picture he will see. The more often a child brushes his teeth, the more interesting drawings with characters from his favorite cartoons he will see. In addition, you can monitor the regularity of your child's hygiene through a special calendar.

If you need an electric toothbrush for children from 5 years old, then you need to focus on your child and think about what will be more interesting for him - musical melodies from famous Disney cartoons, or a more advanced application for a smartphone (in the article below you can see how this application works and screenshots for it).

Important: choosing a brush for children over 9 years old

Oral-B is very smart and they don't want your child to use the same brush for too long. Therefore, they recommend children's brush models for children no older than 9 years. Let's figure out what's the catch here... The fact is that the enamel of children's teeth still contains very few minerals (calcium and phosphorus), and the mineralization process itself occurs over a very long period of time.

That is why manufacturers make replaceable heads for children’s brushes with very thin and soft bristles, so as not to injure the “soft” enamel of children’s teeth. Oral-B replacement heads for children's brushes have shortened, very thin bristles with split ends. Such attachments can indeed be used up to 8-9 years of age, but this does not mean at all that when the child turns 9 years old, you should throw away the electric brush.

Oral-B Stages Power “Starwars” or “Frozen” brush models perform 7,000 reciprocating movements per minute. This figure is almost identical to all models of electric toothbrushes for adults. Therefore, when your child turns 8-9 years old, you can simply buy him a replacement Oral-B “Sensitive” head (for sensitive teeth). The bristles of this brush head are slightly stiffer than those of children's brush heads, but much softer than regular brush heads for adults.

Absolutely all attachments for adult brushes are suitable for children's brushes, and therefore until the child turns 12 years old, you do not need to buy a new electric brush at all. But there is another option - if you have an electric brush for adults with a “gentle cleaning” mode (pulsing movements are turned off in it), then a child over 7 years old can already use your adult brush.

Important: remember that soft-bristled toothbrushes are recommended for children under 12 years of age. Therefore, in the period from 3 to 7 years, it is better to use replaceable heads specifically for children’s brushes, but from 7 to 12 years, it is better to use a replaceable Oral-B “Sensitive” brush head (for sensitive teeth). This attachment will better remove microbial plaque and food debris, but will not injure the weakly mineralized enamel of children's teeth (24stoma.ru).

Colgate

Colgate offers a whole series of brushes of different types and purposes, although most models are intended for use by adults. However, the company does not leave kids unattended either. Thus, the created electric toothbrush for children is attractive primarily with bright images of their favorite characters. Moreover, they are selected in such a way that both boys and girls will be satisfied. The brushes are equipped with a small vibrating head, the bristles of which are amazingly soft. As a result, teeth cleaning is performed carefully, carefully and without damaging the enamel.

Braun

The Brown electric toothbrush is an intelligent device that provides high-quality teeth cleaning. The company offers a wide selection of models: from simple devices to devices with attachments that allow you to select the optimal cleaning mode. The bristles change color as the brush needs to be replaced. The distinctive features of Braun devices include:

Ease of use: the brushes do not slip due to the presence of a rubberized handle.
The moisture-resistant housing guarantees the durability of the device even with prolonged exposure to water.
The devices are distinguished by their attractive appearance and ease of storage.

BRAUN Oral-B DB 4010 is the ideal children's electric toothbrush. Its price is quite affordable - about 900 rubles. It runs on a battery and is designed for children 5-7 years old. Thanks to its bright color scheme, this device will attract the attention of every child and make the cleaning process enjoyable and interesting.

Best lists

Let's highlight the best electric toothbrushes for children in the following categories.

CS Medica CS-561 Kids - earliest age

If you are particularly concerned about the health of your child's teeth, this brush is just for you. It can be used from the age of one year. Soft bristles will gently clean children's teeth without damaging the enamel. The backlight will make the cleaning process more fun.

The brush is not very loud and will not scare the child. The sound type is considered more effective and gentle compared to the standard type, so it is suitable even for the smallest.

Oral-B Stages Power Star Wars D12.513K - value for money

This model works in a delicate mode, effectively cleans teeth without damaging thin enamel and gums. The body fits comfortably in the hand, and the bright stickers will appeal to small children, especially boys.

If you buy adult attachments, the whole family can use the brush.

Philips Sonicare For Kids HX6322/04 - gentle care

This sonic toothbrush is suitable for those children who cannot get used to unusual sensations. The built-in habituation function will allow you to turn on the soft mode first, and then, when the child gets used to it, switch to the standard one.

The set includes bright stickers. By connecting to your phone, you can teach your child how to brush their teeth correctly using a special application. Learning takes place in a playful way with the participation of cartoon characters.

Philips

The Philips HX 6311/07 Sonicare For Kids electric toothbrush is a unique oral care device. The company has done everything possible to create the most convenient device for children to use. Reviews from dentists are largely similar and recommend this particular model. Its features include:

The presence of a built-in microprocessor that controls the cleaning head.
Each bristle performs its own movement.
The brush copes with cleaning even difficult areas.
The device has bristles that actively remove plaque and tartar.
A variety of attachments - at the request of parents or children, you can install soft or hard bristles.
The unique formula of dynamic fluid flow helps cleanse interdental spaces.
A special timer allows you to control the cleaning time.
The brush is equipped with nozzles of two sizes, which make the cleaning process more gentle and safer.
The model attracts attention by playing melodies, and a reliable handle will help every child easily cope with the task.

Rating of the TOP 7 best children's electric toothbrushes

Place	Model	Price
#1	Oral-B Junior
#2	Philips Sonicare For Kids HX6322/04
#3	Oral-B Smart 4 4900
#4	Oral-B Vitality Kids Frozen (D100.413.2K)
#5	Oral-B Stages Power Wheelbarrows D12.513K
#6	Hapica Kids
#7	CS Medica CS-561 Kids

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Top 6 Teeth Cleaning Devices

Electric toothbrushes are very popular among modern buyers. The rating, compiled based on an analysis of all known devices, will help you make the right choice.

6th place: Philips HX6731/02

This is the best sonic brush that works on the vibration of the membrane and cleans the teeth with the movements of the bristles. The model attracts attention with marker marks for all family members, three modes of operation, the function of smoothly accustoming teeth to new fibers and the ability to hold a charge throughout the day. The charging indicator allows the owner to monitor the status of his device. Light weight, only 140 grams, also increases the ease of use of this device. But I must say that few people have access to this electric toothbrush. Its price reaches 3,500 rubles, and not everyone is ready to spend that kind of money.

5th place: Oral-B Vitality 3D White Luxe

This model, unlike the previous one, attracts attention with its affordable price (1,500 rubles). The electric brush has a whitening attachment, the battery charge can withstand a 16-hour operating interval, about 7,500 movements are made per minute, and the wear of the device is indicated by an indication.

4th place: Philips HX6711/02

This device is popular because it does not require charging. Dentists speak well of the device, which is explained by the convenient shape of the head and the presence of different attachments. The model has an addictive function, which makes brushing your teeth a comfortable process. However, it does not have a wear indicator, and replacement tips are not cheap. The cost of such a device varies from 2200 to 2600 rubles.

3rd place: Oral-B Vitality Precision Clean

This device is affordable. The toothbrush received good reviews from users and doctors also due to its ease of use. There is a wear indicator, the charge lasts for 16 hours, but there are no operating modes or attachments, and there is also no habituation function. This model costs between 1300-1600 rubles.

2nd place: Oral-B Professional Care 500

This is a device with the best price-quality ratio. The brush has a variety of functional capabilities and attracts attention with its autonomous operation for half an hour, as well as a high level of targeted movements and pulsations. There is a wear indicator. However, dentists say that the model is not perfect - there are no additional modes and attachments. The price of such a device is quite high - about 3,000 rubles.

1st place: Oral-B Professional Care 5000 D34

This is the best electric toothbrush, according to consumers. The popularity of the model is explained by its wide functionality: it works in five modes (including whitening, massage, delicate cleaning), has 4 attachments, and a sensor that regulates pressure on the teeth and gums. The bristle wear indicator allows you to change the nozzle in time. The cost of such a device starts from 4,000 rubles and depends on the number of additional accessories.

The best children's toothbrushes

Let's look at the 9 most popular electric toothbrushes.

Oral-B Stages Power Frozen Elsa, Anna, Olaf D12.513K

A convenient and bright brush effectively cleanses delicate children's enamel from plaque and food debris, making up to 7600 rotational movements every minute . This model is highly reliable for 2021.

A pleasant design with your favorite characters from the cartoon “Frozen” will allow both boys and girls to choose a brush to their liking.

The bristles are equipped with indicators that gradually lose their bright color, reminding you when to replace the brush head..

A special bonus for all toothbrushes from the Oral-B manufacturer is a special Disney Maic Timer application, with which parents can control how well their child brushes their teeth, and the child enjoys watching how the picture on the screen clears while brushing their teeth.

Specifications:

number of modes – 1;
speed (max) – 7.6 thousand rpm;
movement of the head is reciprocal;
charging – 5 hours;
work – 30 minutes;
power supply – battery;
features – charging indication, wear control, timer;
complete set – 1 standard nozzle (round shape), stand.

pros

attractive design;
convenient nozzle;
ergonomic handle;
timer;
a light weight.

Minuses

1 nozzle included;
no charging indication;
strong vibration;

Oral-B Stages Power Wheelbarrows D12.513K

A fun brush dedicated to the animated series “Cars” thoroughly and carefully cleans children’s teeth from all sides, while entertaining the child with cartoons and songs from a special application.

The rotating head surrounds each tooth and the ultra-soft bristles reach between teeth for enhanced cleaning.

The built-in timer will tell you the end time of the procedure, and the battery makes the brush convenient and mobile.

Specifications:

number of modes – 1;
speed (max) – 7.6 thousand rpm;
movement of the head is reciprocal;
charging – 5 hours;
work – 30 minutes;
power supply – battery;
features – timer;
complete set – 1 standard nozzle (round shape), stand.

pros

cleans great;
ergonomic: fits well in the hand, does not slip out;
convenient timer;
high build quality.

Minuses

1 nozzle included;
heavy;
does not operate on batteries;

CS Medica CS-561 Kids

An effective and safe brush designed for the youngest children - from 1 year to 5 years..

Cleans teeth gently and very carefully. It has a round shape and small, comfortable for a child, sizes.

For the convenience of parents, there is a backlight that will allow you to see each tooth and understand which side it needs to be cleaned.

The built-in timer signals every 30 seconds that it is time to move to another part of the mouth, teaching your baby to brush evenly..

A nice bonus is that the kit includes additional attachments.

Specifications:

number of modes – 1;
speed (max) – 16 thousand pulsations per minute;
movement of the head - pulsation;
power supply – batteries;
features – wear control, timer, backlight;
complete set – 2 elongated nozzles, batteries.

pros

comfortable shape;
backlight;
timer;
quiet.

Minuses

large handle size;
one color scheme;

Oral-B Stages Power Star Wars D12.513K

The ideal brush for young explorers, designed for ages 3+.

Equipped with a special “delicate” cycle that carefully and effectively removes food debris and soft plaque without damaging sensitive thin enamel or injuring children’s gums.

The bristles fade over time, signaling the need to change the brush head..

It has a sound timer, and the charging indicator will tell you when it’s time to return the brush to the base.

Compatible with a special application installed on a smartphone.

Specifications:

number of modes – 1;
speed (max) – 7.6 thousand movements per minute;
movement of the head is reciprocal;
charging – 5 hours;
work – 20 minutes;
power supply – battery;
features – wear control, timer;
complete set – 1 nozzle (shape – round), stand.

pros

interesting design;
timer;
holds a charge for a long time;
The result is visible after the first cleaning.

Minuses

there are not enough additional attachments;
makes noise.

Oral-B Junior

A universal combined brush designed for tomorrow’s schoolchildren who are already 6 years old.

Operates in pulsation and rotation mode. It has bright colors, extra-soft bristles, and removes twice as much plaque as a regular toothbrush.

The built-in timer will remind the child every 30 seconds to move the device to another area of the teeth.

There is a convenient stand connected to the electrical network. Can be used with attachments from other manufacturers.

Specifications:

number of modes – 1;
speed (max) – 7600 reciprocating movements per minute;
movement of the head is reciprocal;
work – 22 minutes;
power supply – battery;
features – wear control, timer, charging indication;
complete set – 1 nozzle (shape – round), stand.

pros

the timer buzzes;
German quality;
soft, comfortable.

Minuses

no replaceable nozzle;
takes a long time to charge.

Oral-B Stages Power Cars D12.513K + case

A bright brush-gadget with pictures of your favorite cars “Cars” is suitable for children over 3 years of age.

Like all Oral-B brushes, it cleans teeth beautifully, has extra-soft bristles and is compatible with Oral-B's Disney MagicTimer app.

The built-in timer motivates the child to brush his teeth for the 2 minutes recommended by dentists, and the brushes, which change the color intensity, will indicate the need to change the brush head..

Equipped with a built-in pressure sensor that will help protect delicate enamel from damage. Equipped with a convenient travel case.

Specifications:

number of modes – 1;
speed (max) – 7000 reciprocating movements per minute;
movement of the head is reciprocal;
work – 30 minutes;
power supply – battery;
features – wear control, timer, charging indication;
Contents: 1 nozzle (round shape), stand, travel case.

pros

the timer buzzes;
German quality;
soft, comfortable.

Minuses

no replaceable nozzle.

Philips Sonicare For Kids HX6322/04

“Smart” sonic toothbrush with 2 operating modes: daily cleaning and gum care . This is one of the highest quality models for 2021.

Gently cares for sensitive children's teeth, penetrating deeply between teeth and thoroughly cleaning spaces, improving the quality of cleaning. Compatible with special application.

The device itself will remind the owner of the need to change the nozzle, the timer will help brush teeth evenly, and the pressure indicator will tell you to press more gently on the enamel.

The set includes a travel case, 2 attachments: compact - for children from 3 years old and standard - for children 7 years old and older.

Specifications:

number of modes – 2;
speed (max) – 31000 pulsations per minute;
movement of the head - pulsation;
work – 30 minutes;
power supply – battery;
features - wear control, timer, charging indication, synchronization with a smartphone;
complete set – 2 extended attachments, stand, travel case.

pros

buzzes, squeaks and beeps at the end of the cycle;
cleans efficiently;
holds a charge for a long time;
luxurious set.

Minuses

there are no replaceable panels with pictures;
“American” charger plug.

Oral-B Smart 4 4900

A set consisting of 2 electric toothbrushes that meet all the requirements of dentists.

They are synchronized with a free application that helps a child brush his teeth and points out mistakes and deficiencies in care, and also rewards the child for a correctly performed procedure.

Combines reciprocating movements and pulsation, increasing the quality of cleaning.

The built-in pressure sensor will save delicate enamel by turning off pulsation when pressed hard. Suitable for children from 3 years of age.

Specifications:

number of modes – 3;
speed (max) – 8800 reciprocating movements per minute, 40,000 pulsations per minute;
movement of the head – reciprocating rotation, pulsation;
work – 28 minutes;
charging – 14 hours;
power supply – battery;
features – wear control, timer, charging indication, pressure sensor;
complete set – 2 nozzles, stand with holders for additional nozzles.

pros