Top 8 Electric Toothbrushes for the Cleanest Teeth Ever
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We all know it’s vital to tooth and gum health to brush morning and night, floss every day, and schedule regular dentist visits. But how you clean your teeth is just as important as how often. That’s why electric toothbrushes are so great — many come with genius built-in tools (like minute timers, special brush modes, and even real-time feedback) to help you make the most out of every brushing session. And ultimately, it’s much less painful and cost-effective to prevent a problem than to treat one. Whether you opt for one that has a water flosser built-in, one that makes replacing brush heads a breeze, or one that’s great for whitening, we’ve got the top picks.
With over 57,000 five-star reviews, it's no surprise this Oral-B is the best-selling power toothbrush on Amazon. It has all the benefits of an electric toothbrush, like a rotating head to remove plaque, a pressure sensor to prevent you from brushing too hard, and a two-minute timer — at a fraction of the cost of many others! While it only has one mode, you can use it with other Oral-B replacement toothbrush heads, including whitening options or ones with soft bristles for sensitive teeth and gums.
Ever wondered what toothbrush your dentist uses at home? Here it is: DiamondClean by Phillips Sonicare “Having tried nearly every toothbrush on the market, this is the one my wife and I use for our teeth!” says Dr. Jamie Reynolds, an orthodontist. It has different settings like Clean mode and Deep Clean+ mode, plus brush heads that address specific concerns like plaque control or gum care. It also works with the Sonicare app to guide you during brushing and alert to any missed spots.
Powered by Braun, this Oral-B smart toothbrush is seriously genius. It has all the features you'd expect, like a built-in timer, pressure sensor, and different brush modes based on your concerns. Plus, it works with an app to help improve your brushing skills in real-time. Great for people who travel regularly, it also comes with a useful travel case and handy phone stand so you can watch your brushing feedback in real-time, no matter where you are.
Not the best about flossing? We get it, but gum care isn't optional. That’s why the GH Beauty Lab pros like Waterpik’s sonic toothbrush with a built-in water flosser. Water flossers eliminate the hassle of string floss, meaning you might do it more often! GH testers found the two-in-one option (which is American Dental Association accepted) more effective than brushing and flossing manually.
Philips Sonicare brushes are always great quality and this connected model is the one that GH Beauty Lab Director, Birnur Aral uses at home! It's packed with all the bells and whistles, works with the Sonicare app for personalized brushing feedback, and also comes with a UV sanitizer. "I like that I can zap the toothbrush head with UV light to sanitize. This helps prevents them from smelling bad, which is a sign of bacterial growth," says Aral.
Improper teeth-whitening can be dangerous, which is why GH experts like Go Smile's smart brush. Pair the electric toothbrush (it has a built in blue LED light!) with the pro whitening gel for at-home teeth whitening while you brush. Our Lab found that when used twice daily, the toothbrush and gel whitened the teeth of 90% of testers in two days. This is one of the most effective OTC whiteners because the active ingredient makes full contact with teeth.
Philips Sonicare For Kids Sonic Electric Toothbrush
Kids don't need all the different brushing modes and travel features that adults do, says Dr. Reynolds. He recommends this Philips Sonicare for Kids to children 7 or 8 years old and up, especially those with braces. We like that it works with an interactive app that turns brushing into a game. Kids won't even notice that it's also teaching good habits and proper techniques!
Even superheros have to brush their teeth! When kids are young, getting them in the habit of brushing is more important than anything. That's why this Arm & Hammer Spinbrush is perfect. While it isn't as powerful as sonic models (which can sometimes be too intense), it's still great for improving kids' brushing technique, says Dr. Reynolds.
Nicole Saporita was an editor and writer at Good Housekeeping from 2014 to 2020, where she researched, wrote and reported original content for the Good Housekeeping Institute and several other departments, including health, travel and family.
