WHITEWASH LABORATORIES SONIC WHITENING TOOTHBRUSH
Whitewash isn’t just a clever name, their sonic whitening toothbrush has been designed to keep your teeth sparkling white. It comes with three settings; clean, whiten and massage, and its sonic technology removes surface stains from your tooth, keeping them suitably white (especially when used alongside their Whitewash toothpastes). There’s an auto timer so you can make sure you’re getting your full two minutes of clean time, and it comes with three brush heads. £59.99
COLGATE PROCLINICAL A1500
Ergonomically, this is one of the most satisfying and comfortable electric toothbrushes, but that’s not the only reason it’s a good buy. It’s got “smart sensors” to adjust the way it brushes your teeth – picking up on the angle you’re holding the brush. So, when it’s on your molars, it’ll speed up for a fast clean, then it’ll slow down and brush side-to-side when on the surface of your teeth, and will go mid-speed when you’re brushing along your gum line. It also includes an LED display highlighting whether you’ve got it in auto or one of the two manual modes (optimum or deep clean) and comes with that all-important two-minute timer. £170
PANASONIC EW-DS11-R503 SONIC VIBRATION TOOTHBRUSH
Granted this probably won’t be your “regular” toothbrush, but if you’re looking for a travel one or simply a toothbrush to pop into your handbag/briefcase for when you’re out and about, the Panasonic EW-DS11-R503 Sonic Vibration will do the trick. It’s about the size of a pen, comes with a cap to keep it clean and rather than requiring a charging station/USB port, it runs on one AAA battery. It may be small, but that doesn’t mean it’s not powerful – it cleans with 16,000 brush strokes per minute and it’s nice and quiet too. Available in three colours, pink, red and black. £17.99
ORAL B PRO 6000 SMART SERIES
The most techie of all toothbrushes, this will definitely impress gadget lovers. After charging up your toothbrush, download the Oral-B smart app, then, connecting via Bluetooth, your brush will track your progress and prowess – if you’re doing it wrong, the pebble-like wireless smart guide gives real-time advice. However, it’s not all about the tech accessories, this toothbrush is a big hitter in brushing capabilities too; there’s a triple pressure sensor so you’ll be alerted if you brush too hard and the “3D movement cleaning system” leaves you feeling like a dental hygienist’s given your teeth a once-over. It may cost a pretty penny, but you’ll struggle to find a better brush out there. £229.99
PHILIPS SONICARE DIAMONDCLEAN BLACK
With 31,000 brush strokes per minute, your gnashers will feel super clean after a good session with the DiamondClean Black. A solid, though lightweight, toothbrush, you can choose from five modes; sensitive, gum care, white, polish and clean – the latter (clean) is particularly satisfying for a deep-clean feel. After using the DiamondClean Black for a few weeks, you’ll really feel the difference in dental health – especially if you were previously using a traditional (non-electric) toothbrush. In terms of its tech capabilities, the innocuous looking travel case is actually a charger which can connect to your computer via USB. £249.99