Review (5/5): Worry-free smile
I was one of those people who didn't have any tooth problems and didn't see any need to go to the dentist. When I finally broke down and went to see my doctor there was a bit of cleaning to do and a strong recommendation to use this toothbrush. I have to say it was the best thing I have ever done for my teeth and my smile!
The small head allows me to reach all areas, even those in-between places. Although I don't normally brush for 2 full minutes, the built-in auto-timer works as a good signal that I'm done. Because I feel more confident that the brush is cleaning well, I don't feel a need to press hard and be rough on my gums. I come away with confidence that my teeth and smile are both healthy. My dentist has definitely noticed the difference.
I've had my Braun Oral-B 3D Excel for over 2 years and it is still working well. It needs to be recharged a little more often (about 1x/week) than when it was new, but other than that it still works great. I do find that water gets trapped in the metal stem housing and need to shake it out. The colored bristles on the brush head are not a very reliable indicator of wear. It seems to take a while for the blue color to fade and the brush needs replacement long before that happens.