Two speeds: High speed for optimal plaque removal. Low speed for sensitive areas and gum massage. Smartimer®: Two-minute timer to ensure dental professional recommended brushing time
3 Contoured Brush Heads: Standard size is ideal for a complete clean. Compact size provides precision care.
Programmable Quadpacer®: 30-second interval timer encourages thorough brushing of each quadrant of your mouth. Personalized extra 30 seconds of extended brushing to focus on problematic areas. Easy-Start®: Gently increases brushing power over first 14 uses
Deluxe recharge gauge: Shows battery charge status and helps track battery level Ideal for travel: Fully charged Sonicare Elite will last up to 2 weeks of normal brushing
Philips Sonicare Elite 9650, the Custom Care system, offers two speeds and two brush head sizes for more individualized brushing. The Elite 9650 has patented sonic technology. Sonicares unique dynamic cleaning action gently and effectively reaches deep between teeth and below gumline for a brushing experience unlike any other. Its the only sonic toothbrush with a slim angled neck, contoured-fit bristles and ultra high speed bristle speed for greater plaque removal in hard to reach areas. Sonicare is the #1 personally used and recommended brand by U. S. dental professionals. With the Sonicare Elite's superior cleaning technology you'll have naturally whiter teeth and healthier gums, guaranteed. This set includes two handles, three brush heads, a brush head holder, and a travel case.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Impossible to clean and unhygienic:
This is my second Sonicare. We had the Advance but the battery gave up after 2 years. The first Elite was returned because the battery would not hold a charge. Less than a month into the second one I noticed how hard it was to clean. I called Philips and their answer was that it needed to be cleaned with a Q-tip EVERY SINGLE DAY. Q-tips do not work. They cannot get to the impossible to reach places under the gasket below the brush. I tried alcohol, vinegar, dish soap, and hot water. None cleans it. Today,... more info
Great purchase for couples.:
My dentist told me these would be a great purchase for my dental health. Instead of buying it through him, I purchased this dual pack for much cheaper online. It's great for couples because each of you gets one, and you can share the charger. You only get one travel case, but that is not a big issue. The brush is programmed for 2 minutes, but we add in the optional extra 30 seconds for more cleaning. It seems like a lot but it really does fly by. Keep in mind you will have to stop multi-tasking... more info
Planned Obsolescence:
Here are two things Phillips will not tell you about their Sonicare toothbrushes and heads. 1) The collar that holds the toothbrush to the handle will disintegrate in a couple of months. That's what prompted this review, because they would not replace mine after it fell apart two weeks after purchasing a replacement. They manufacturer these things to disintegrate so you will continue to buy replacements - planned obsolescence. However, I suspect their China supplier is skimping on the plastic... more info
I made the switch from Oral-B Triumph...:
I admit, I'm late in the game in switching to this particular model as there is now the more expensive FlexCare line with a more compact brush head and supposedly more powerful sonic brushing action. However, the price of the Sonicare is very, very attractive these days and if you look not too hard you'll find this same two-handle deluxe package at an even lower price at your local shopping warehouse club. I've been an Oral-B Braun power toothbrush user for years constantly upgrading every two years... more info
