Clinical Study by Sonicare
[<< Back to Sonicare Information Main Page]
How does it work? | Why use Sonicare? | Clinical Studies | Features Explained | Compare Sonicare Models
Sonicare Elite | Sonicare Intelliclean | Sonicare Essence | Sonicare Advance | Sonicare
Sonicare Elite vs. Sonicare Advance vs. Braun Oral-B 3D Excel
Both Sonicare toothbrushes were found to be safe and effective in removal of supragingival plaque (plaque above the gums). In hard to reach areas, the Sonicare Elite was found to remove significantly more plaque than the Sonicare Advance. In the interproxmial spaces (between the teeth), Sonicare Elite removed 20% more plaque than Sonicare Advance tooth brush.
Both brushes were found to be safe on soft tissue and effective in removal of supragingival plaque. Sonicare Elite was found to remove significantly more plaque than a manual toothbrush.
Sonicare Elite toothbrush was shown to reduce biofilm thickness beyond the bristles. Sonicare Elite removed significantly more dental plaque biofilm 2-3 mm beyond the bristles than the Braun Oral-B 3D.
Sonicare Elite tooth brush was found to be gentle on dentin, and 4 times gentler than Braun Oral-B 3D Excel.