Ultrasonex SC500U Rechargeable Toothbrush & Flosser with 3 Replacement Brushes and 60 Flosser Tufts

by Ultrasonex

Product Features

• Three extra brush heads, 60 flosser tips included
• Two rechargeable tools for fighting plaque in one storage/charging base
• Toothbrush generates 18,000 brush strokes per minute, 1.6-MHZ ultrasonic waves
• Flosser reaches spaces string floss can't; ideal for braces, bridges, implants
• Toothbrush automatically shuts off after three minutes

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Standing together in a single storage/charging base, these two rechargeable tools--toothbrush and flosser--reinforce one another in a two-pronged attack on the plaque that causes tooth decay. The electric toothbrush generates 18,000 brush strokes per minute to scrub and foam away plaque while sending 1.6-MHz ultrasonic waves beneath the gumline, where the waves are said to destroy plaque bacteria. The toothbrush automatically shuts off after three minutes, encouraging users to brush until the shutoff. It's extra-long (10-1/4 inches) and has a slender handle like an ordinary toothbrush. The brush head consists of the bristle portion only, making it less expensive to replace than is the case with some electric toothbrushes. (Three replacement brush heads are included.) The electric flosser removes plaque from between teeth and in gum pockets by vibrating its nylon-bristle tip to produce 18,000 orbital strokes per minute. It's especially useful for people with braces, bridges, and implants because it reaches places string floss can't reach. Sixty color-coded cleaning tips accompany the flosser, equally divided among thin (white), medium (blue), and thick (green) bristle tufts. The various sizes are designed to fit in all possible spaces, including the tiny openings to gum pockets, and the bristles have rounded ends for safe, gentle cleaning. Both toothbrush and flosser carry a 1-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 10.8 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• ASIN: B00005JHW1
• UPC: 082846053426
• Item model number: SC500U
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #666,183 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great toothbrush, May 29, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Ultrasonex SC500U Rechargeable Toothbrush & Flosser with 3 Replacement Brushes and 60 Flosser Tufts (Health and Beauty)

We initially purchased the Ultrasonex toothbrush to replace a rotating head electric toothbrush that we didn't like. We were so impressed with how clean it got our teeth and how easy it is to handle because of the ergonomic handle that we bought another one for our kids to use while wearing braces. The flosser is just an added bonus. We didn't realize it but this item is from Salton who makes the George Foreman grill. No wonder it is such a great toothbrush.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Works as advertised., January 1, 2004

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dallas7 (Phoenix AZ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ultrasonex SC500U Rechargeable Toothbrush & Flosser with 3 Replacement Brushes and 60 Flosser Tufts (Health and Beauty)

This toothbrush and flosser combo has lead to healthier gums and more comfortable cleaning at the dental checkups. I no longer have any visible plaque.

Two things to consider:
This is a single user brush. Even though it comes with extra brush heads, the manual warns against its constant removal and replacement so as not to weaken the fitting. (I change the brush head every month.) So, each member of the family will need to have his or her own SC500U.

The vibration is VERY powerful. One must develop a precise technique of navigating the brush within the mouth without having plastic part of the brush head or stem contacting the teeth. You'll see what I mean the first time you hit a tooth - it'll rattle your skull. I have since become well practiced in moving the handle so only the bristles touch my teeth.

I no longer use dental floss as this flosser is great, although the tufts are difficult to insert between the teeth. The bristles bend and scrunch up easily. I wish Salton would come up with monofilament versions in various thicknesses. A rubber gum massage tip might be nice, too.