Philips Sonicare R710 HealthyWhite Power Toothbrush

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Product Features

• Advanced toothbrush uses sonic technology for whitening teeth
• Can whiten teeth up to two shades in just two weeks
• SoniCare technology clinically proven to remove more plaque
• Quadpacer and Smartimer ensure a thorough cleaning every time
• ProResults brush head provides increase coverage while remaining gentle on the gums

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
The Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Toothbrush is proven to remove coffee, tea, and red wine stains, allowing the natural whiteness of your teeth to shine through. In just two weeks, you can have teeth up to two shades whiter. And you get all this without any messy chemicals or trays. With HealthyWhite, whitening is integrated into your daily brushing routine.

The Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Toothbrush offers: Whitening of teeth by removing tea, coffee, and other stains. Sonic technology for effective removal of plaque. Smartimer and Quadpacer to help you achieve optimal brushing.

The new ProResults brush head won't irritate your gums.

Achieve teeth up to two shades whiter in just two weeks. View larger.

Superior Cleaning and Whitening with One Toothbrush
HealthyWhite isn't just a whitening system, but a complete system to ensure the best oral health you can get. Sonicare is the Number 1 recommended brand by dental professionals and uses patented sonic technology to remove plaque and give you that feeling you get after you go to the dentist. The HealthyWhite is clinically proven to remove more plaque than Oral B Triumph, as well as the older Sonicare Essence.

The HealthyWhite has two mode settings--Clean, and Clean and White. Clean mode provides the standard sonic cleaning. Clean and White mode provides two minutes of Clean mode and then an additional 30 seconds of White mode that focuses on your visible front teeth.

New ProResults Brush Head
Sonicare's new ProResults brush head has contour fit bristles that help increase tooth coverage and is soft and gentle so it won't irritate your gums. In fact, the HealthyWhite is safe to use on orthodontics, dental work, veneers, implant material, and sensitive teeth. The HealthyWhite ensures a deep clean between teeth and along the gum line.

Smartimer and Quadpacer Technology
The Smartimer is a built-in two-minute timer that helps you keep to the recommended brushing times. The Quadpacer gives you notice every thirty seconds so that you can methodically brush each quadrant of your mouth thoroughly.

With a design that's 30 percent smaller and lighter than the Sonicare Essence, the HealthyWhite easily goes wherever you go. A travel charger is included. The Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite comes with a 2-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Sonicare toothbrush, ProResults brush head, travel charger with brush head storage, hygienic travel cap.


Product Description
Let the natural whiteness of your teeth shine through. Proven to remove coffee, tea, and red wine stains, the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite is clinically proven to whiten teeth up to 2 shades in 2 weeks with regular use of the Clean and White mode.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.8 x 6.8 x 9.6 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0019ZEVZU
• Item model number: Philips Sonicare Healthy White R710
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #651 in Health & Personal Care (See Bestsellers in Health & Personal Care)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars flexcare performance at a lower price, September 2, 2008

By	louisut (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews

The batteries on my old Sonicare Elite (E-series) died on me, so I decided to get a new one. The R710 has several incremental upgrades which are worth the difference in price.

First and foremost, like the FlexCare line, it uses the ProResults head. This alone is worth the price difference. They snap in easily, they cost less, and the handle traps much less gunk than before. Sold. I'm still waiting to see how long they last, my guess is about the same.

In addition to the regular cleaning cycle, the R710 has a second cycle designed to scrub away stains. It's selected by pushing the power button twice. In this mode, the 5th (last) interval of the normal cycle is pulsed in a way that's supposed to break up stains on your visible teeth. Note that after this interval, the brush stops. If you still want to brush your tongue or concentrate on hard-to-reach areas, you'll have to push the power button again.

The R710 now also comes with a Li-ion battery, meaning a noticeable decrease in weight as well an increase in battery life. The charger is about half the size of the Elite's, but it doesn't have anywhere to wrap the cord like the deluxe charger on the Flexcare. It comes with a little plate that holds two extra heads though. The charge indicator is a simple LED. If it's blinking, it's below 50%; if it's solid, then it's above. Maybe not as informative or fun to watch as the Elite or FlexCare, but it does the job.

In short, if you want a good basic Sonicare, this is the one to get. It has all the great redesigned features of the FlexCare but less of the (IMO gimmicky) extra routines and modes. If you have sensitive teeth, check out the R732. For an extra $20, it also comes with a few extra accessories like a case and deluxe charger.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An upgrade from older model - worth it if it dies on you, October 12, 2008

By	Rolf (United States) - See all my reviews

I've owned two generations of Sonicares previous to this one - a first generation basic model way back, and an elite 5500 (?) that got the more natural slanted shaft and got rid of awkward plastic tab behind the brush of the 1st gen. Neither one died on me, both lasted years.

From the E-series to the R-series (710), the major upgrades seem to be:

-Cheaper, better, simpler and smaller replacement brushes. No longer complicated screw-on affairs, the brushes just get pushed on a vibrating bolt, for lack of a better term. There are a lot less places for disgusting gunk to build up and easier clean up. Take much less time to switch heads, if you have to share them (or if the kids have to). They are slightly cheaper to replace, natural as it seems a lot less complicated design.

-Charger base is smaller, same bolt on design as brush head.

-Setting for tooth whitening. Wilder pulsing basically.

-Sleeker, smaller, more comfortable body.

I only moved from the E-series because I orignally bought it as a 2-for-1 special with a family member who eventually moved out and it only came with one base charger. An extra (replacement) one would have cost nearly $45 with shipping + replacement brush head for at least $13, might as well buy a new set at that point.

If you have a Sonicare already, it's probably most economical to stay with yours till it dies as none of the features are revolutionary. Still, I probably like the brush head redesign and resulting cleanliness/lack-of-gunk the best.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars very good product but high priced, November 20, 2008

By	Mary Anne Schmidt "todvillerd" (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a great toothbrush. But it is a toothbrush..I'm just not sure it's worth a hundred dollars. I've had the little cheapie electric toothbrushes and I wouldn't say this is 20 times better. One thing for sure - your teeth really feel clean when you're done. The timer is great in making you take the time to do it right. Not sure about the extra 'whitening' phase. As far as I can tell, it's just extra time, not a different mode altogether. So if you're looking to save money, maybe the basic model would be your best option.