Philips Sonicare Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush for Kids, HX6311/07

If you want your children to embrace toothbrushing as soon as possible, you need to make the activity as fun as possible. However, you also want tools specifically designed for kids. It is recommended for them to use a children’s toothpaste, but also a toothbrush.

If you are going to take it one step further, you can get an electric toothbrush, specially designed with children in mind. Philips Sonicare Sonic Electric toothbrush for kids is a perfect choice, and we will now show you why.

Our Thoughts

The number one reason for choosing an electric toothbrush over a traditional one is the fun factor. Children will enjoy toothbrushing much more if they have an interesting tool to do it with.

They will treat an electric toothbrush like a toy- it is much more fun to do. Also, it is much easier; the toothbrush does the work for them. This reason is also quite important- you cannot rely on your child to brush their teeth thoroughly and with perfect technique.

An electric toothbrush will do a much better job, that is for sure. Also, Philips took this to the next level, adding stickers, to make toothbrushing even more fun. Your child will be able to make a unique toothbrush, combining eight stickers (4 for boys, 4 for girls). Stickers are interchangeable, so the toothbrush will not bore your child as quickly.

Toothbrush Heads

Sonicare electric toothbrush for children comes with three different sized heads. This is something- children (and their mouths) grow fast. This way, you will not be forced to buy a new toothbrush, you just switch the head to a bigger one.

Philips really did a good job when it comes to safety design. Brush heads are rubberized, making it impossible for a child to damage their teeth while brushing accidentally. The brush is really gentle, and will not harm the growing teeth nor gums.

However, being soft can also be a downside, since you will have to replace the head more often. Still, they are inexpensive, so it will not cost you too much. It is ideal for children who wear braces, allowing them easily to reach in and around brackets. All three heads are small, fitting the child’s mouth perfectly.

Design of the handle

The handle is also perfect for a little hand to hold it. It is also comfortable for adult hands if you want to brush your children’s teeth. It is designed not to roll, and the child can safely put it down, making it easy for them to apply toothpaste.

Overall Specification
Product dimension	0.8 x 0.8 x 6.5 inches
Weight	9.6 ounces
Brushing movements	31,000 stroke
Brushing technology	Sonic technology
Brushing modes	2
Handle color	Aqua
Head includes	1
Bristle Material	Micro-fiber, Plyalene
Battery	Lithium ION
Battery life	Up to 3 weeks
Display	Illuminated display
Voltage	110-220 V
Warranty	2 Years

Brushing Efficiency

The brush is extremely capable of removing food remains and plaque- as children brush, water is flushing away all the food remains and plaque out. By using the brush on a regular basis, there will be no chance for a plaque buildup, and your child will have clean teeth and fresh breath.

When compared to a regular toothbrush, Sonicare Sonic removes 75% more plaque from children’s mouths. Moreover, this is all from those places that are much harder to reach. This is possible because this Philips toothbrush makes 31000 strokes each minute!

Unquestionably much more than a child could make. Moreover, the electric motor cannot get bored, or fatigued- every stroke it makes is a perfect one.

Power modes

It has two power modes- high and low, ensuring the maximum comfort and efficacy. The lower setting is meant for kids 4-6 years, while the higher one is for children aged six and older. This combined with interchangeable heads makes Sonicare Sonic an ideal solution for many years- once your child gets older, you just replace the head and increase the power, and there you go- your child will use the same toothbrush for several more years, giving you an excellent value for money.

There is also a Sonicare Easy-start that helps your child to get used to the electrical brush. It starts mildly, increasing the power over the first 14 brushes.

However, maybe the best thing about this great toothbrush is the timer built into it, called the KidTimer. This will not only inform a child how much more it needs to brush.The alarm sounds every 30 seconds, reminding your child it should move on to another area of the mouth.

But, this is not a regular timer, you find in adult’s brushes. This one starts slow, building up the habit of toothbrushing. At first, only a quick brush will be enough, but over the course of 90 days, the time steadily increases to the full two minutes, recommended by most dentists.

There is a good reason behind this- children are impatient, and asking them to brush their teeth for two boring minutes the first time they do it will only make them hate the activity. By this smart, gradual approach, the habit of toothbrushing will get ingrained in your child’s daily routine, hassle-free.

Battery Life

The battery in this toothbrush lasts quite long- around three weeks while brushing twice a day, for two full minutes. Just make sure you fully charge it before the first use (it takes about 24 hours). The charger is interchangeable with other Sonicare products, which will save you some room. It has an indicator light showing you whether it is charging or fully charged.

Philips Sonicare Sonic toothbrush basically does the work for you- your child will see toothbrushing as a fun, playful activity, and without even noticing it, you will have to remind it less and less to do it. Once it becomes second nature, your child will brush the teeth daily, their whole life, just like adults do- without even thinking about it.

Tips and precautions

Philips Sonicare Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush for Kids is an excellent brush, no doubt about that. Nevertheless, we are talking about children here, so you need to make sure your child is old enough to use it. First, the child’s mouth and hand should be big enough to handle the brush correctly.

Also, electric toothbrushes are far more powerful than manual ones, so you need to make sure your child’s teeth can withstand the force without damage. Moreover, your child needs to be old enough to start caring about their teeth on their own, understanding how to do it properly and beginning to understand why it is essential.

So don’t rush, only get an electric toothbrush if your child is old enough to use it. It is recommended for children four years and older.

Final words

If you want a great electric toothbrush to teach your kids healthy habits from an early age, Philips Sonicare Sonic is the right choice for you. It has all that is needed- safe to use, with interchangeable rubberized heads designed for small mouths, it has an anti-roll handle that sits in child’s hand perfectly.

It cleans the teeth flawlessly, removing 75% more plaque and food remains than a regular, manual toothbrush. And on top of all this, it is enjoyable to use, with eight different stickers that let your child make a unique toothbrush. The built-in timer gradually increases the brushing time, slowly settling a healthy habit in.

The alarm sounds every 30 seconds, reminding the child to move on to another area. And 31 000 strokes each minute ensure maximum cleaning. All in all, Philips Sonicare Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush for kids is the ultimate choice, and in our opinion, the best toothbrush you can buy for your child- it is the number one choice of 91% of dentists who pick this particular toothbrush for their own children over all others.

You will hardly find a better recommendation.

Pros:

• Designed for children- small, anti-roll handle, perfectly fits tiny hands. Heads come in three sizes, so you do not have to buy new brush as your child grows. Heads are also rubberized, preventing accidental teeth damage.
• Fun to use- stickers allow your child to make a custom toothbrush. They are also interchangeable, and your child will not get bored by the toothbrush since it can make various customizations.
• Excellent timer- alarm sounds every 30 seconds, reminding the child to move on to another area, ensuring proper hygiene in the whole mouth. Also, the timer promotes the building of healthy habits- it starts slow, gradually increasing the brushing time over the course of 90 days, up to the recommended two minutes.
• Recommended by dentists

Cons:

• An electric toothbrush is not recommended for very small children. Make sure your child is old enough, has big enough hands and mouth and strong enough teeth to withstand the force.
• Can feel strange in children’s mouths the first couple of times they use it.

Bottom line:

Philips Sonicare Sonic Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush for Kids is by far the best electric toothbrush for children the money can buy, and it is not even close. It might seem like a more significant investment at first glance since it is much more expensive than a manual toothbrush. But it will pay itself off during it’s lifetime.

Its cost per day is second to none- your child will use the same toothbrush for six or more years. The only periodic expense you will have is buying new heads. However, these are incredibly affordable, making Sonicare Sonic not only the best toothbrush available but also the best value for money. Simply outstanding.