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Oral-B Model S-200 Sonic Complete Rechargeable Power Toothbrush
Oral-B Model S-200 Sonic Complete Rechargeable Power Toothbrush DetailsManufacturer: Oral-B Brand: Oral B Release Date: 2004-08-09 Model: Oral B Sonic Complete S-200 Product features: - Effectively removes plaque without irritating gums
- Reverses gingivitis for firmer and healthier gums
- Helps you brush for two minutes
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Customer Reviews of Oral-B Model S-200 Sonic Complete Rechargeable Power ToothbrushCustomer Review: Very good electric toothbrush Summary: 5 Stars
I have owned and used the Oral B Sonic Complete model S-200 for nearly three years. I should note that a lot of this review is probably applicable to the S-320 model as well.
When I first started using the toothbrush, it took a while to get used to the sonic vibrations in my mouth. It was a very unusual sensation--almost tickled--and made me laugh, but I soon got used to it after about a week. Interestingly, when my girlfriend first started using it she had the same experience, couldn't stop laughing.
I noticed immediately that my teeth felt much cleaner, very smooth. It was effortless to clean my teeth since the toothbrush did all the real work. One thing I noticed that was not advertised was that in addition to the 2-minute timer (three long pauses), the brush also indicates 30-second intervals (one short pause), which I found very helpful for timing even brushing around all my teeth.
I purchased replacement heads at regular intervals, and would recommend the soft heads. After about two years of using the brush, I noticed some small areas at the base of a few teeth that became VERY sensitive to the slightest pressure. My dentist informed me that this was due to gum recession (when the gums are pushed back from the tooth, exposing the more delicate and HIGHLY sensitive roots of the tooth) caused by vigorous brushing. I didn't think I was brushing vigorously at all, but I had been using the regular "clean" setting. After hearing that this discomfort was due to brushing I started using the "soft" setting and things returned to normal, and this lower setting still effectively cleaned my teeth.
Unfortunately, in the last few weeks the toothbrush would occasionally not turn on, and eventually started to spontaneously/randomly turn on for brief moments. Apparently this was its death cry. I'm not sure whether leaving the toothbrush on the charger all the time would over time lead to diminished battery life, but would recommend against storing it on the charger.
Overall, I really liked the sonic complete toothbrush, would buy it again, and highly recommend everyone use a sonic toothbrush.
Pros:
- superior teeth cleaning
- 2-minute and 30-second timers
- does not automatically turn off after two minutes like some other electronic toothbrushes
- long-lasting charge (took it on several two-week vacations and it still had more charge left when I returned home)
- storage for three additional heads in charging station*
- toothbrush head holder in charging station can be pulled out easily for routine cleaning*
- drainage holes in the bottom of each toothbrush head slot (no nasty buildup) and good ventilation allows heads to dry (no mildew/mold)*
- wall-mountable charging station*
- non-slip rubber bottom on charging station
- solid construction, heads stay on
Cons:
- no replacement battery (dead battery = bulky manual toothbrush)
- no carrying case (apparently the S-320 model does)
- very long & bulky (it was hard to fit into my toiletries travel case)
- no PDF/digital owner's manual (OK, so this might be nit-picking, but keeping the printed manuals for every electronics gadget is a pain!)
*It appears that the S-200 model no longer comes with the larger charging station with head storage, but the S-320 model does.
Description of Oral-B Model S-200 Sonic Complete Rechargeable Power ToothbrushThe new Oral-B Sonic Complete is the sonic toothbrush specifically designed to care for your whole mouth. Not just sonic. Sonic Complete. Oral B Sonic Complete lets you to choose from multiple sonic modes for a more complete sonic clean. Get ready for a new level of clean with the Oral B Sonic Complete toothb rush system. Sonic Complete is the first sonic toothbrush from Oral-B that is sp ecifically designed to offer you complete mouth care. Key benefits include effec tive plaque removal to help prevent tooth decay, plus promotion of firmer, healt hier gums. The toothbrush also removes harmful, odor-causing bacteria from your tongue. 
The S-200 uses sonic power to give you a n ew level of oral hygiene. | With the Sonic Complete t oothbrush, you can choose from two brushing modes for a customized clean. Using sonic technology, you can effectively remove plaque, gently stimulate your gums and naturally whiten your teeth. Oral B has the clinical proof to back up their claims about the power of the Son ic Complete system. According to clinical studies, use the toothbrush twice dail y to: - Help improve the health of your teeth and gums
- Effectively remove plaque without irritating gums
- Reverse gingivitis for firmer, healthier gums
- Whiten your teeth 25 percent better than Sonicare Elite by removing more cof fee, tea, and tobacco stains
The Sonic Complete S-200 system has a number of great features that make it a po werful solution for oral health. First, two brushing modes-- clean and soft-- of fer you a customized clean that targets the needs of your entire mouth. Next, t wo types of bristles help provide maximum cleaning power. The "CrissCross" brist les are angled to reach deep and clean between teeth, while "Power Tip" bristles are longer to reach more difficult spots. There's also a professional timer tha t indicates when the recommended two-minute brushing time has been reached. The timer signals every 30 seconds, encouraging a complete cleaning of the four quad rants of your mouth. The Sonic Complete toothbrush also features great battery l ife from its internal rechargeable battery-- up to two weeks under normal, twice -daily use. Lastly, the toothbrush is compatible with Sonic Complete brushhead r efills. The Sonic Complete S-200 comes with one Oral-B Sonic Complete brushhead.
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