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Sunday, October 30, 2011

Philips Sonicare Xtreme e3000 Power Toothbrush Review

Philips Sonicare Xtreme e3000 Power Toothbrush
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When I first heard of Sonicare coming out with a toothbrush with replaceable batteries, I was excited. I upgraded to this from the Sonicare Advance after it failed to hold a charge any longer. With the other Sonicares, you have to throw the whole unit out if the batteries inside die. With these you just change out the batteries. I liked them so much I bought 2. Now after 3 months, both of them have already died. The end cap where you replace the batteries is not water tight. The O-ring that seals the battery compartment is not made very well. There are also 2 holes at the bottom of the toothbrush next to the metal clip on the endcap, which I believe is a design flaw. Although Sonicare sent me replacement units, I believe these replacements will also only last a few months. This is a great toothbrush for brushing, except they need to send it back to the design stage for the water resistant problem.

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The Sonicare Extreme e3000 Power Toothbrush is the first sonic, battery-operated toothbrush designed specifically for teens and preteens. Stylish, powerful and portable, the Extreme e3000 delivers all the oral health benefits of other Sonicare toothbrushes, with a special emphasis on improving the brushing habits of younger users. Safe, comfortable, and effective, even for those with braces or brackets, the e3000 encourages healthy oral hygiene habits for life. Patented Technology and Dynamic Fluid Action The e3000 incorporates the insights of dental professionals concerned with improving brushing habits of young people, and it can help make a significant difference in oral health in only a few minutes a day. With results backed by over 85 published studies, Sonicare is a name you can trust to be effective. Like all Sonicare toothbrushes, the e3000 was inspired by dental equipment and creates a fluid and dynamic cleaning action. A series of tiny but powerful waves dislodge plaque that isn't normally reachable by either a manual brush or the oscillating and rotating movements of other power brushes. In fact, the patented technology behind the e3000's cleaning action can actually make it easier to clean plaque below the gum line. The bristles on the e3000 play an important role, too. Their high velocity movement results in direct contact with each tooth to cover more area in less time. These bristles are also designed to be extra gentle on teeth and gums. For added convenience, the e3000 comes with two AA batteries and offers a long battery life of about six weeks, so it's ideal for overnight trips or vacations.Proven to Deliver Brushing Compliance Sometimes preteens and teens resisted brushing, either because it's uncomfortable or because it takes too much effort to achieve real results. But the e3000 is teen-tested and approved, and has been proven to encourage teens to continue regular healthy brushing habits. In fact, in clinical tests, subjects brushed measurably longer with the e3000 than with a manual toothbrush. Easy and comfortable to use, thanks to the contoured brush head, the e3000 also features a Smartimer that automatically shuts off after the two-minute dentist recommended brushing time. Most importantly, the e3000 is highly effective; studies show that it removes more plaque than using other toothbrushes. And thanks to Sonicare's no risk, 100-percent satisfaction guarantee, your teen has everything to gain with better dental check-ups.Improve Overall Health The e3000 can help make a difference in your teen's health now, while setting a good foundation for later in life. It's vital to start good oral hygiene early, not only to help prevent cavities, but also to maintain overall wellness. In fact, recent studies prove that maintaining healthy teeth and gums has a positive impact on other health considerations. For instance, research shows that there is often a connection between periodontal disease and heart disease, suggesting that consistent oral hygiene at-home care can help prevent health problems down the road.The e3000 comes with a two-year limited warranty.What's in the Box Sonicare Extreme e3000 power toothbrush and two AA batteries.

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Saturday, July 2, 2011

Sonicare Xtreme Sonic Toothbrush e3000, Blue 1 ea Review

Sonicare Xtreme Sonic Toothbrush e3000, Blue 1 ea
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I had 3 Sonicare with built-in rechargeable battery. The problem was: the charging time was way too long. If the battery ran out in the morning, it still won't be fully charged when you need to use it at that evening. Very stupid, especially when a family share one charger. They are also way too over priced. Once the built-in battery goes dead, $$$ are gone.
A Sonicare powered by normal AA or AAA batteries had been my dream. This e3000 fulfills my dream and even for much less cost, only $30. No need to mention how convenient this is for travel.
However, an idiot designed the seal that lets water goes in. The solution is to replace the O ring. I bought an 1-1/16 x 15/16 x 1/16 #33 O-ring from my local hardware store. With this ring, the seal is much more tight than before and no more leak. It is made by Danco Company, Concordville, PA 19331, STK NO 35747B, bar code 0 37155 35747 5. This ring has actually the same specs as the original, but somehow it is slightly smaller but thicker, making it perfect for this brush.
Although replacing the ring fixed the problem, but this ring is not the cause of the seal failure. The idiot designer lacks of some very basic mechanics and did not make the sealing shape fully round. The cylinder has two angles, which break the seal with a round ring. Also, the edge is not beveled, making it very difficult to let the ring go in. To let the ring go in, he/she had to use a thinner ring that does not give enough sealing. One of the stupidest designs I have seen so far.
I still give it 5 stars because northing's better than this e3000 yet, especially once the ring is replaced. As far as I know, this is the only AA/AAA powered supersonic brush currently available.
Hopefully the next version will fix such very basic design errors that should not have happened in the first place for a big company like Phillips. I can't blame the designer; where's the CEO who earns billions a year?
I also posted the video to youtube, which looks much better as always. Amazon really should offer better video quality.
Update: after about a year of struggling with the seal, I ended up with a simple and effective solution. O-rings are either to tight to push in the battery cover, or too loose to still get water in. So, I just returned to the stock ring and drilled some 1/16" holes on the battery cover. After every use, put it stand up straight to let water dripping down out. More than 3 months now and still works like a charm.
Update [2009/07/31]: Seems Philips has fixed the leaking problem. We bought 5 these brushes several months ago when on sale and none of them have any leak yet! Perfect.
Update [2009/11/01]: Still leaks and most of them have died. Now we are using Oral-B Sonic Complete S-200 and very happy (see my S-200 video review).

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New! Extreme e3000 #1 recommended brand by U.S. dental professionals.Whiter, healthier teeth Encourages better brushing habits Also ideal for use with braces battery operated (batteries included) Smartimer® Two-minute timer helps ensure dental professional recommended brushing time Contoured brush headSonicare® Sonic Toothbrushes significantly reduce stains for naturally whiter teeth. It is safe and gentle. Removes significantly more plaque than a manual toothbrush. Patented sonic technology.Better checkups guaranteed! If you are not 100% satisfied for any reason, we will give you a full refund. 2 year warranty. 1-800-682-7664

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