Are these brushes used for sensitive teeth & gums
1526571
In my opinion, no. The bristles are pretty stiff and sometimes make my gums a bit sore (I tend to brush harder than I should though too).
1526572
Not sure about HOW sensitive. My teeth are somewhat sensitive and they are fine. Equivalent to original brush.
1526573
I've a Phillips Sonicare HX6063/64 toothbrush, which has only one adjustment speed. It's easy on my teeth and gums, but I also have a Phillips Sonicare Diamond/Clean 300 Series toothbrush, which provides 5 setting modes, including 'Sensitive'. If sensitivity is an issue, it would be a good choice. I like both models, however.
1526574
Yes, I have very sensitive teeth and gums, and I have been using these toothbrush heads ever since they were first sold on Amazon. I have always used a Sonicare, from their original toothbrush many years ago. This new Sonicare has a Sensitive setting, which is perfect for my teeth and gums.
1765228
I think they should be called soft. That's what they are labeled and what I always use. Don't detect that they are any different than what I always use. Had a little problem with the first one I used. Some bristles came loose after a few brushings but, so far, that hasn't continued as a problem.
2162792
I usually have throbbing painful sensitivity when using these strips but I found that if I use Sensodyne toothpaste for a week prior to starting these and continue using it twice a day on whitening treatment days the sensitivity is greatly diminished for me. Hope this info helps.
431735
yes they do! On top of that, they do not work very well. It only makes your teeth sensitive. I stop using them.
867402
These are perfect for someone who use too much muscle when they brush! They're xtra soft to avoid damaging ur gums. for the price I recommend
1286945
I agree about the sensodyne. I found that if I used the strips after I had been using the Crest 3D whitening toothpaste exclusively, I got sensitivity. So I suggest using a sensodyne type toothpaste for a week or more before using the strips. Then when you are done you can go back to whitening toothpaste. Both the strips and the 3D toothpaste worked great though.
1349392
After several years of use they were showing extreme wear so I replaced them. You stated that yours are still great after many years. Consider using the comparison, are you still using the same tooth brush after the same amount of time.
1193273
Absolutely! My two year old daughter looooves them! The head of the brush is a great size for smaller kids and the bristles are nice and soft and get the job done. Great price for 5 toothbrushes...great for changing them often especially if your little ones get sick.
2086370
From the base of the bristles to the top it is a little short of 1/2 inch. This does not include the plastic part they are embedded in. They are about a medium brush head - not stiff like a hard or soft like sensitives. They can only be used with E series where you screw them onto the base.
1472519
I also have sensive teeth from brushing too vigorously when I was younger. I have been using an Oral-B electric toothbrush for over 20 years, ever since I began working for dentists. Check out the brush head for sensitive teeth, if you are concerned, although I find that any style will do. Just don't press down when you brush; let the head do the work.
1652691
Yes, it definitely helps with sensitivity!!you can use it after brushing with your regular toothpaste.
603283
Yes, I believe they will! My Sonicare is about 10 years old or more and I believe at that time, the E Series was the only brush in town! :-) Worst case you can return them, but I highly doubt you will need to. Thanks!
1796732
No unfortunately they don't. Really you can use them for whatever you want. Whatever works best for you and your needs. But their are some great YouTube videos explaining the brushes and giving examples of what you could use them for.
2129796
I can't answer that because I use both...whatever I can find. But they've made a huge difference in the sensitivity of my teeth...especially when I have to have them cleaned and scaled.
792508
They work great. The brushes are soft and really get into every area. Overall awesome construction. I hate hard toothbrushes, these are gentle and do well. Hope that helps.
1255112
Buy a toothpaste called fluoridex. You have to buy it on amazon or ebay. Not sold in stores. Use it for a week before you try the strips. It is specific for sensitive teeth.
1997167
They are smaller than a "normal" toothbrush - but the standard size for Phillips. Be aware - there are at least 2 types of Sonicare brush-heads...price wise, they are similar. Once you get one, you will see the type of head you need. On average, I would say the Sonicare brush is about 2/3 the size of a normal toothbrush...and note, it is not "square and flat" - it is more rounded, and the bristles are shaped to go around and between teeth. I have been using Sonicare for about 10 years now - and in those 10 years, each dentist visit for cleaning has been shorter and shorter. The last visit the dental tech actually said "Did someone just clean your teeth" - because it really does a better job cleaning than a normal brush.