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| Philips Sonicare FlexCare Rechargeable Sonic Toothbrush | 
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| Brand: Philips Sonicare
Category: Health And Beauty
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Avg. Customer Rating:  77 reviews
Sales Rank: 172
Ingredients: 1 Sonicare toothbrush w/1 ProResults brush head1 Deluxe charger w/cord wrap and brush head storage1 Luxury soft travel case1 Hygienic travel cap3 additional color code rings
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 9.3 x 3.7
Model: HX6911/02
UPC: 075020803443
EAN: 0075020803443
ASIN: B0013TVEWA
Release Date: March 7, 2008
Shipping: Eligible for Super Saver Shipping
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Customer Reviews:
 Quick, Fantastic Clean September 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
After two minutes with this thing in the morning, my teeth feel clean all day. It took some getting used to this (I was had been using an Oral-B, and the movement of the brush head is completely different) but ultimately, I find using this brush more soothing--and more effective. Isn't that the perfect combination?
Great product, but pricey September 13, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I like the R910 much better than my previous Sonicare 4100. The unprotected brush head is a huge improvement. I find the slimmer body easier to hold and maneuver, and it takes less room in my travel bag. I'm hoping the Lion battery in the R910 lives longer than the 3 years I got from the NiCad in the 4100. The second button is somewhat annoying, as I frequently push it accidentially and unexpectedly end up doing something to my teeth other than giving them a normal brushing...
 Big improvement on already terrific product September 1, 2008
I've used the Sonicare toothbrush for years because simply it cleans my teeth and gums really well and my dental hygienist can attest to that - better checkups since I started using it. My only complaint with the older models is that they were harder to clean. I did it anyway, but this one makes it a lot easier to clean AND easier to put the brush on and take it off. It's also lighter and has more options for different brushing modes if you like those. So glad I bought the new model!
Best Toothbrush Ever August 29, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I have been using the Braun Oral B Sonic Toothbrush for a few years now, and recently its performance was becoming erratic; it hummed but didn't seem to vibrate in its usual way.
No point in repairing; might as well replace...
Reading customer reviews here at amazon, I liked the looks of this FlexCare model and the Ultreo. Balking at the high cost of Ultreo replacement brushes, I decided to try the FlexCare.
I also decided I could do without the UV brush head cleaner, as I don't share the brush heads with anyone else.
The FlexCare is excellent. More powerful than the Braun Oral B Sonic and equally compact (unlike the older Sonicare models).
It has a feature that ramps up the power gradually over the first week for new users. I recommend that you make use of this feature, especially if you're new to sonic toothbrushes, until you learn not to press as hard against your teeth as you're used to.
The FlexCare also holds its charge longer than the Braun Sonic -- up to two weeks, as claimed.
One neat little feature I discovered is the "transforming" charger base. Click on two side buttons and the shell detaches, leaving a smaller travel charger that's easier to pack.
Some reviewers have claimed that the various cleaning modes on this brush are not terribly useful. I must say, I use the regular two-minute cleaning mode, but I am glad to have "massage" available to stimulate my gums a little more at my own pace.
The point is, the money you pay is still well worth it for a state-of-the-art sonic toothbrush that's easy to use. I am also considering Amazon's automatic brush head replacement plan, which seems to offer a great price on replacement heads, delivered to your door on the correct schedule with free shipping.
Great toothbrush, but dumb features August 23, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Since there are many other reviews, I'll just mention the highlights. I've been using the low-end Sonicare model for years and was happy with it, except for poor nickel cadmium battery life. It was annoying to have to throw away an expensive toothbrush because the battery would no longer charge. I'm hoping the lithium ion battery in this model will last longer.
This model does seem to get my teeth cleaner. It feels like it's doing a better job, and after getting used to it the low-end model feels really wimpy. I like the LED battery indicator because I travel a lot and don't have to guess about when the toothbrush needs to be charged.
My only complaint about this toothbrush is that it has some useless features that annoy me. For example, it turns itself off when it thinks you've brushed long enough. I always have to turn it back on. It's not a big deal, just dumb. There doesn't seem to be any way to disable this feature. The instructions indicate you can disable the "Quad pacer" feature, which I did, but the toothbrush still turns itself off.
For a toothbrush in this price range, it's surprising that it doesn't come with at least one extra cleaning head, or a holder for the spare heads.
Overall I'm very happy with this toothbrush and plan to use it from now on.
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