Sonicare® proven more gentle than a soft manual toothbrush

May 1, 1998
New studies prove that Sonicare Plus™, already shown to be more effective at improving oral health, reducing plaque levels and reversing gingivitis, also is more gentle on gingiva and dentin than a soft manual toothbrush and the leading nonsonic power toothbrush. The Sonicare® sonic toothbrush, made by Optiva Corporation, uses sonic technology to remove plaque 3mm beyond the reach of the bristles™.

New studies prove that Sonicare Plus™, already shown to be more effective at improving oral health, reducing plaque levels and reversing gingivitis, also is more gentle on gingiva and dentin than a soft manual toothbrush and the leading nonsonic power toothbrush. The Sonicare® sonic toothbrush, made by Optiva Corporation, uses sonic technology to remove plaque 3mm beyond the reach of the bristles™.

- Researchers at the Periodontal Disease Research Center at the University of Florida (Gainesville) reported a statistically significant overall reduction of tooth hypersensitivity among patients using the Sonicare sonic toothbrush. Female participants, in particular, experienced greater reduction of hypersensitivity with Sonicare.

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