Philips Sonicare Advance (A-Series) Replacement Brush Head, Standard (2-Pack)

by Philips

Product Features

• 2 standard size replacement brush heads
• Compatible with all Advance Series handles
• 8 rows of extra-soft, rounded bristles
• Color-coded for individual users (Color of strips may vary)
• Formerly known as "compact" size

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

For optimum cleaning performance, electric toothbrush heads should be replaced every six months. This set of two standard-size replacement brush heads fits all original Sonicare and Advance series handles. Color-coded for individual users, each brush head features eight rows of extra-soft, rounded bristles for gentle yet thorough cleaning. The standard size was formerly known as compact. --Ann Bieri

Product Description

For use with Advance series handles only. Works with all original Sonicare and Advanced series handles. Optimum tooth coverage for efficient cleaning. Not compatible with Elite series handles. Will this work with your handle? Yes if - Advance 4100 to 4800 models and all original Sonicare handles; No if - Elite 7100 to 7800 models. (Formerly known as Compact size.)

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00008BQVM
• UPC: 075020800107
• Item model number: HX4002/CH-2
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (111 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #46,882 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars E-Series Now Compatible With Sonicare Advance, June 6, 2009

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Avid Reviewer "A Music Fan" (San Jose, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Philips Sonicare Advance (A-Series) Replacement Brush Head, Standard (2-Pack) (Health and Beauty)

Haven't you heard? The Philips Sonicare E-Series Brush Heads are now compatible with Sonicare Advance.

I used the Sonicare Advance Toothbrush and the A-Series brush head replacement for over 10 years before I switched over to the Sonicare Elite, which uses the E-Series brush head.

I recently got a brush head replacement for my Sonicare Elite and noticed that it is stated right on the package of the E-Series brush head replacements - in black and white - that the E-Series brush head replacements are now compatible with Sonicare Advance.

Intrigued, I tried popping the E-Series brush head into my Sonicare Advance - it's true! The E-Series brush head was a perfect fit for the Sonicare Advance.

SWEET!

E-Series vs. A-Series
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Right about now, you're probably thinking - yeah, yeah, so what's the big deal?

The E-Series brush head has a few improvements over the A-Series brush head:

- Smaller Brush Head - Better Reach
The E-Series has the same amount of bristles but the size of the brush head has been reduced. The smaller brush head provides a better reach on the back teeth

- Thinner Shaft
The shaft of the E-Series is also much thinner and slightly flexible. The thinner shaft not only makes it easier to reach the back teeth, it is less invasive and much more friendly to your mouth so it is less likely to trigger gagging.

- Wide Angle of Brush Movement - Better Cleaning
The angle of sweep of the brush strokes is wider on the E-Series than it is on the A-Series. Each brush stroke on the E-Series thus covers and cleans more teeth area.

- Improved Design - Less Gunk Buildup
The improved design of the E-Series helps to reduce the problem of backflow from brush head running down the shaft and seeping into the recessed part of the brush handle that connects to the brush head.

Conclusion
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The A-Series brush head does a phenomenal job of cleaning your teeth and gum line. However, it has some problems such as a relatively big and clumsy brush head and shaft. The E-Series brush heads has several improvements over the A-Series brush heads - the most important of which is the improved cleaning ability of the E-Series. Now that the E-Series brush heads are compatible with the Sonicare Advance, I see no reason why anyone should continue using the A-Series brush heads! As a long-time user of both the A-Series and the E-Series brush heads, I strongly recommend the E-Series brush heads instead.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wouldn't Go Back, July 6, 2004

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"mattzdad" (Rochester, MN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Philips Sonicare Advance (A-Series) Replacement Brush Head, Standard (2-Pack) (Health and Beauty)

Several years back, my dentist and also my periodontal specialist both recommended I consider using an electric toothbrush to help clean my teeth. It also helps fight for my gums against periodontal disease. I wasn't so sure about investing $100 more, especially in a toothbrush. My wife finally bought me one and I have never looked back. My teeth look better. I have less plaque, less bleeding gums, less problems, less cavities. I don't think $10 every six months for new heads is too much to invest in keeping my natural teeth as long as I can.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommend Sonicare to anybody, December 14, 2003

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Laura J. Springer (Fruita, CO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Philips Sonicare Advance (A-Series) Replacement Brush Head, Standard (2-Pack) (Health and Beauty)

I have been brushing with a sonicare for 18 months. My dentist recommended it to me, especially because I was getting braces. I can't believe how clean my teeth look and feel. I never have bleeding gums any more. My orthodontist and dentist have both commented on the suprub shape of my gums. I couldn't be more happy! Defenitely worth the money!!!