Philips 5000 Series Brushing technique, Tips for specific oral care needs Stain removal, Braces

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,A fully charged Sonicare will provide approximately 2 weeks of typical use (2 minutes of brushing twice a day), making it easy to travel without the charger.

Remember that voltage converters and plug adapters DO NOT guarantee voltage compatibility.Always check for voltage compatibility.

Brushing technique

Follow these simple steps to maximize your brushing experience.

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1Before turning the Sonicare on, place the bristles of the brush head on your gumline at a 45-degree angle.

2Hold the handle with a light grip, turn the Sonicare on, and gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so the longer bristles reach between your teeth.After a few seconds, glide the bristles to the next section. Continue this routine throughout your 2-minute brushing cycle.

3To maximize the effectiveness of your Sonicare toothbrush, use light pressure and let the Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you. Do not scrub.

4To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide your mouth into 4 sections: outside top, inside top, outside bottom and inside bottom teeth. Begin brushing in section 1 (outside top teeth) and brush for 30 seconds before moving to section 2 (inside top teeth). Continue brushing for 30 seconds in each section progressing through all 4 sections until you’ve brushed for 2 minutes.

5After the 2-minute brushing cycle is complete, additional time should

be spent brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth.

Press the power button to turn the brush on and off as needed.

To clean your mouth more completely, you may also brush your tongue, with the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.

Tips for specific oral care needs

Stain removal

,In areas where excess staining occurs, spend extra brushing time to assist with stain removal.

Braces

,The brush should be placed at a 45-degree angle between your brackets and gumline. Using light pressure, gently move the bristles in a small circular motion so the longer bristles reach between your teeth for 2 seconds.Then gently turn (roll) the brush handle so the bristles clean the bracket and the rest of the tooth before you glide the bristles to the next tooth. Continue this until you have brushed all of your teeth. Please note that brush heads will wear out sooner when used on braces.

Dental restorations (dental work)

,Use Sonicare on dental restorations (such as implants, caps, crowns, bridges and fillings) as you would on your natural tooth surfaces to reduce plaque build-up and improve gum health.Work the bristles around all the areas of the restoration for thorough cleaning.