The iO Series 8 is a very good toothbrush, but I would be lying to you if I said it was a good buy. Although still smaller in total surface area than a typical sonic head, the iO heads are a bit larger. Approximately 10% deeper. Compared to many existing brushes, the iO Series uses an entirely new motor that makes use of a magnetic drive system.

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The light isn’t always easy to see unless you brush in front of a mirror. If using the app, it will alert you on the screen.The iO8’s battery will last for a maximum of two weeks. In practice, I found it never lasted quite that long but its clear battery display and fast charging did mitigate that for me. Sharing The whole experience also wants you to stare at your phone's screen during the brushing session, which is not necessarily something I want to do in my morning routine. Following along in the app, you get a timer and a real-time look at the areas you haven't brushed yet. Once you're done, the app asks if you've brushed your tongue and flossed, which is a nice nudge to do those things for better tooth health. Jon is a leading voice on electric toothbrushes and has been quoted by mainstream media publications for his opinions and expertise. Most dentists won’t reel off a long list of must have’s for an electric brush. A timer, a pacer and a pressure sensor are the most important. Yes, these are present in the iO8. Brush your teeth evenly and for longer Using Bluetooth, data is passed in real-time to an app on your phone. It presents this meaningfully through engaging on-screen graphics.

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Oral-B's best ever clean with revolutionary magnetic iO technology for a professional clean feeling & gentle brushing experience. Combines the unique round brush head from Oral-B with gentle micro-vibrations for a fresh, clean mouthfeel and 100% healthier gums in one week. With the iO line, Oral-B has delivered a series of completely redesigned electric toothbrushes, with a modern, ergonomic look, improved brushing performance and a whole host of new features. Depending on where you are in the world, there are up to eight different iO brushes available, at different price points and with different features. Ensure your Bluetooth is always activated on your smartphone to get the most of your app’s features minutes is the minimum recommended time to brush your teeth, yet many people brush for just 45-70 seconds per day. If this is you, you are putting your oral health at risk.

If you’re having an issue connecting your Oral-B electric toothbrush to the app, you may have to update to the latest version of the Oral-B app. You can manually update to version 8.x by going to the Google Play Store or iOS App Store. All can be used on braces, crowns, veneers and implants. And no one mode is going to deliver brushing results that are clinically superior. Your brushing technique and frequency are likely to have a bigger impact than a particular mode. To some people, existing brushes feel a bit too intense in the way they clean. There is a noticeable difference with the iO8. The cleaning results are as good and you still get that feeling of having had a thorough clean. Once you’ve successfully paired your Oral-B rechargeable toothbrush with the Oral-B app, your toothbrush will be recognized by the Oral-B App whenever your brush is used, and your Oral-B app is running nearby.

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iO specific heads are very similar. The range has been shrunk to just 4 styles of heads rather than 8. 4 different brush head styles are available for the iO8.

Apart from that, the app allows you to adjust brush settings, set brushing goals, go on “dental care journeys” (perhaps to improve your gum health), see past brushing performance, collect badges and get reminders to replace your brush head. All in all, it’s a surprise that with the launch of the iO10, Oral-B added yet another timer to the mix – in the form of a light display on its charger. To find out more, have a look at our review of the iO10. I say this with some caution as it is more expensive and we don’t generally recommend smart brushes. But, for those who want a smart toothbrush, the 9 has it all and will likely work out While Oral-B has partnered with schemes such as TerraCycle in some countries, it does not yet have its own recycling scheme for used brush heads or faulty products. Passionate about business and helping others, Jon has been involved in various online enterprises since the early 2000s.

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Ignoring all the technicalities the result is a more gentle and less aggressive brushing sensation than you might be used to from Oral-B.

Few electric toothbrushes have a colour display built into the brush handle. The iO8 is one of three brushes from Oral-B to offer such. Oclean is the only other brand to add this to a toothbrush.