Philips Sonicare Advance 4700 Power Toothbrush
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Philips Sonicare Advance 4700 Power Toothbrush Details
Manufacturer: Philips SonicareBrand: Philips
Model: 4700
Product features:
- Rechargeable toothbrush cleans with ultra-high speed bristles
- 2-minute Smartimer and 30-second Quadpacer interval timer
- Removes 80% of coffee and tobacco stains in just 28 days
- Includes 2 brush heads (1 standard and 1 ultra compact), charger base, and travel case
- Soft-grip handle holds charge for up to 2 weeks, ideal for travel
Customer Reviews of Philips Sonicare Advance 4700 Power Toothbrush
Customer Review: I know I'm in the minority...
Summary: 2 Stars
I researched this item after the enthusiastic recommendation of my dental hygienist, and found out that many of my friends owned one and absolutely LOVED LOVED LOVED it. So I went out and bought one.
I do not like using it. For the longest time I was the only person I'd ever heard of anywhere who dislikes it for the following reason: I don't feel that it cleans my teeth well. The only criticisms I'd ever heard were either "too expensive," or "too powerful--it hurt." Yes, it is expensive, but I have periodontal disease and don't want to lose my teeth, so what's $80.00? Yes, it's very powerful and takes a week or so to get used to the INTENSE vibration. But in the end, if it cleaned my teeth, I'm sure I would love it. I really wanted to love it.
My problem, I think, may be the shape of my teeth. They sort of curve outward at the gumline, I guess you could say my teeth are a little more "dome-shaped" than normal people. So I think that makes brushing the gumline a little more awkward because I'd have to angle it just so to reach the gumline, and even the in-between for my back molars. May I add that I've used it for 4 minutes, not just the suggested 2.
What adds to my problem is the brush head. It's pretty chunky, and it's difficult to maneuver all that vibrating plastic between the cheeks and gums, while simultaneously trying to sort of close your lips over the brush so that spit and toothpaste doesn't splash all over your bathroom mirror. Of course, not long after I bought mine they came out with the Elite, which has a significantly smaller brush head. Knowing what I know now, I would have waited and sprung the extra money for the smaller, easier-to-maneuver Elite brush, because now I have an $80 unit I don't use (it's very unfortunate that the Elite heads cannot be used on the Advance handles.)
I've mentioned my problem with the Sonicare to my dental hygienist, who told me that she has only heard of one other person with the same complaint. It's only one other person in the whole wide world, but it means I'm not the only one!
I'm using a manual brush now, but I'm thinking of trying one of round-brush model electric toothbrushes, like the Rotadent or the Braun Oral-B. I think the roundness would hit all my tooth surfaces more efficiently.
If you have flat-surfaced teeth, I think the Sonicare would be great (but get the Elite version instead if you can afford it, especially if you are female/have a smaller mouth). But if you have round or otherwise unevenly surfaced teeth, you may want to find a way to try it first before buying it (like maybe blowing $10 on a replacement head to try it out on the handle borrowed from a friend's Sonicare).
Description of Philips Sonicare Advance 4700 Power Toothbrush
The Sonicare Advance Series rechargable power toothbrush removes 80% of coffee, tea, and tobacco stains. Only Sonicare combines 31,000 brush strokes per minute and extra-wide sweeping motion to create dynamic fluid cleaning action. Sonicare improves gum health by reversing gingivitis and shrinking periodontal pockets. Whiter teeth and healthier gums in 28 days guaranteed!Sonicare's Advance 4700 (previously known as the PL-4) cleans with an ultrahigh-speed motion, leaving teeth feeling sparkling fresh. Extra-soft bristles let the user apply as much pressure as desired, making it perfect for people with sensitive teeth, braces, and implants. While proven to be as or more effective than manual brushing for removing plaque and preventing gingivitis, the Sonicare Advance is also guaranteed to remove 80% of tobacco, tea, and coffee stains in just 28 days. The 4700 features the Smartimer, which shuts the brush off automatically after two minutes, as well as the Quadpacer interval timer, which beeps every 30 seconds, allotting each quadrant of the mouth equal brushing time. The 4700 includes two standard brush heads, a charger base, a travel case, and a soft-grip handle that holds its charge for up to two weeks, making it ideal for travel. A two-year warranty covers the handle and charger against defects. --Ann Bieri
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