![]() One coworker found the bristles on the generic replacement heads for both Oral-B and Sonicare brush handles more comfortable than the brand-name versions, though she also said that they vibrated more, making the brushing experience “a little more raucous.” The other two preferred the brand-name heads. I then had three of my coworkers each brush once with all four brush heads, without disclosing which was the brand-name versus the generic. In the case of the Oral-B brush heads, the difference was more stark: the generic brush-heads’ bristles were shorter and had less give, resulting in the harsher feel against gums that the ADA cautions against. Bristles with a round tip feel smoother against sensitive gums if left with a square tip, they’ll feel a bit prickly, as was the case with the generics-or “gray market” heads, as Araujo calls them. In both cases, the brand-name brushes’ bristles felt slightly more supple to me than the generics’, possibly because they are longer, and, according to Araujo, might be shaped differently. We covered up brand labels for a head-to-head comparison at a Wirecutter office. For our pick, an Oral-B brush, the monthly cost difference is less than the price of a small coffee from Dunkin’ Donuts, and that price gap is even smaller if you buy the brand-name brush heads in bulk. Moreover, we found that choosing a brand-name replacement head doesn’t cost much more than going with a generic. Though brushes from Oral B and Sonicare and the associated heads have earned the seal, there’s no third-party guarantee that the generics will be good for your oral health, cautioned Araujo. ![]() The ADA tests brushes for stiffness as part of its seal certification. The ADA recommends using a brush with soft bristles, as firmer brushes are harsher on gums and can lead to wear and tear and even gum recession.“Soft is a layman term we use to say that safe,” explained Araujo. This sounds like a minor issue, but according to Marcelo Araujo, vice president of the Science Institute at the American Dental Association, brush feel actually matters a lot when it comes to maintaining oral health. Although the generic brush heads will get the job done, the bristles in the ones we tested felt stiffer (and a bit prickly, even) compared with the brand-name ones. After six months of testing generic and brand-name electric toothbrush heads in a literal head-to-head comparison, we found we liked using those from Oral-B and Philips Sonicare best. I love it -LARA A.In several years of using an electric toothbrush, I’ve always gone with brand-name brush heads because, well, why change what is working just fine and is fairly inexpensive? But, as we are wont to do at Wirecutter, we also wondered: Is there a point to paying more for the brand-name thing? This one spins around at two settings: fast and really fast. The past facial brushes I’ve used just had a brush on a handle, one obagi one just vibrated. Not only does my skin look great, but it feels so clean and alive. I love what this product has done for my complexion.I like the fact that it dries & disinfects after EVERY use too!!! If you don’t have one of these, you definitely need to get one! -TRACI H. I was amazed at how much makeup was actually left on my face after using a makeup wipe, that this brush removed. I LOVE the TAO ONA Diamond Facial Brush.This product is so much better AND at an affordable price tag. The Ona combines the best qualities of both of those tools, then steps it up to another level. Both speeds thoroughly clean your teeth well and I have noticed that my teeth appear whiter than they were just a couple of weeks ago. Great toothbrush! My mouth feels so clean.The amount of time it took from order to shipment to receiving the product was great. This is an amazing product, the cost for the product was phenomenal for an exceptional facial cleansing tool.They are a full shade whiter! Knowing it's being sterilized is even better. The vibration of the bristles is awesome. So far, I've had my toothbrush for about 2 weeks & it is great.I am very impressed with my new Sonic Toothbrush!!I feel this product is the BEST ON THE MARKET!! -BRENDA S.
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