One likely explanation for why the Burst seemed to perform better than the Sonicare is that he became aware that his brushing technique was leaving so much plaque behind so on a subconscious level he brushed that tooth better without even realizing it. He needs to expand his experiment to include more people and then repeat it a few more times for the results to have any real meaning.
This guy is so transparent. Even admitting that he would get commission from us buying through his affiliate link, I know most of us understand that already but the fact that he said it is just so humble to me
I gifted myself with the burst toothbrush over the holidays. I love it. The first few times I used it, it tickled my cheek. Since I bought it during the holidays I was able to save $30. Best Investment Ever!
Of all the videos I watched about electric toothbrushes, this was by far the most helpful. Purchasing the Burst for me and my husband through your links because of how well it cleaned here and because of the cost. Seems pretty low risk to me. If for some reason we don't like it, will purchase Oral-B. Thank you!
Oral-B for life. That round brush also makes it MUCH easier to get to the teeth all the way back in your mouth. It's also mechanical instead of vibration, so it cleans better.
I just got my burst toothbrush yesterday. I feel like I wasn’t even really brushing my teeth all these years. The way my mouth felt so clean was as if I just left the dentist office. Like I even noticed a difference in how white my teeth were in one use. Love it!
I’ve had Burst for maybe 6 months now. I think the way the bristles are shaped (some are longer than others) leads to a better cleaning experience of removing debris in tighter crevices
I feel like it depends on brushing style, mouth anatomy etc. I have always used Oral B because I like the small brush head. I’m not a lazy brusher, I brush everything
@@mona-checkoutmychannel7656 just got burst ! For the price alone it's great and cost to own with the cheap brush head subscription. It works great and like you said small brush head so it fits around the mouth easy !
We were skeptical about Burst because it was so beautiful, lol! But, it's amazing! It cleans near our gums way better without making his teeth sensitive.
Thanx Doc. I emphasis to my clients the most important oral hygiene tips are, “flossing brushes 40% of the tooth” (pink areas in the corners are only cleaned by floss) and “it is a tooth brush(Oral-B) not a teeth brush (Sonicare).” Teeth brushing may result in a tooth, tooth brushing should help you keep your teeth. Eric Vaihinger CRDH
In fairness, you didn't use the Sonicare like they recommend. You aren't supposed to go back and forth, you are just supposed to run the toothbrush on an angle along the gumline. I love my Sonicare Diamond- which was recommended by my dentist. He now says I'm of no use to him, because he can't make any money off me anymore! (He's a character)
The plaque always builds up in the same spots because those spots don’t have much mechanical activity happening in them. For example, that tooth that’s slightly out of place has a crevice where your tongue won’t make contact with when you run your tongue across it. The inside of your lip never rubs against it. It’s a spot where things can chill and grow
Flossing is what cleans in between your teeth, while brushing primarily removes the outer surfaces. Flossing daily will remove plaque and buildup between your teeth ^-^
People should remember the problem is you can’t guarantee that with each day you brush exactly like the day before or night or however many times a day you brush. Regardless of the toothbrush, thats human nature the same as you are not the same person psychologically that you were two, five minutes or an hour ago - things occur in that time. It’s a test with variability, so you could use the burst brush again even after having the better of the four results this day/morning and then the next day miss spots. Not every day do you apply the same movements/directionality or pressure on every spot evenly/ with exact precise distribution. Best way to look at it is how clean your teeth get on the parts where you truly try / know you brushed well - that will give a reading of how well the brush can actually perform, human error / nature cannot be blamed on a technically working product if the product does what it actually claims really. Thanks for the posting the video though, it was interesting to watch and see the results when using the pill. Can you buy those pills to use to show where the plaque is if they are available and use them daily, or is that not advised / could have adverse affects on oral health even?
Looks like those pills are available on Amazon! Just type in “disclosing tablets” :) I totally agree with you about human error. The truth is you can do just as good a job with a manual brush (which is what I use) as with any electric. The important part is proper technique!
Ask A Hygienist thank you, I’ll have a look! I have refused to buy an electric toothbrush for years for basically that same reason (and a few others). Last week however, I bought an electric toothbrush on sale (not a top model and it was quite cheap - Oral b 2000) and so far have been pleasantly surprised at how clean my teeth and gums get and have gotten used to using it quicker than I thought it might take. I mainly decided to try one as I had an issue reaching my back teeth with a manual toothbrush head and every time I brushed I became a bit unwell. I just thought for the price I could try and if i decided to revert back it wasn’t a huge loss financially. I’ll wait longer to make up my mind as to wether its money well spent or not :) I agree with what you say about technique, I think one of the potential issues is that some people become quite lazy with brushing and see using an electric as if it solves all problems / requires less effort to use. If i don’t put the effort in either with a manual or an electric, well then that my own fault if my oral health suffers really.
This video helped me decide on a new electric toothbrushes after my trusty early-edition Sonicare finally died after about 5 years or so. I also had sone sensitivity with my Sonicare over one tooth that had a shoddy crown job, so between that and all the types of electronic toothbrush out now, I didn't just rush out and get the latest edition Sonicare. I had read some great reviews about the Burst in various comparison articles, so I was glad to come across this video made by a dentist with objective results of the plaque test. I ended up buying the Burst a few weeks ago and LOVE IT! The vibrations are not so agrressive to make me sensitive, it is sturdy (doesnt feel like a cheaper version to me like he said, but I'm also comparing to a 5-6 year old Sonicare), the head is small enough to easily reach my back teeth, the bristles are soft enough that I can really get at the gumline without sensitivity. Even after my first brush, it had removed plaque that wasn't even being removed by my Sonicare - plaque I didnt even know I had! Teeth felt like a fresh dental cleaning from a hygienist. The heads are also less expensive to replace. I am really happy with it! (Note: I am not a paid promoter - wish I was lol. I just showed my family this toothbrush and shared this video as well.)
@@calebthomas5411 I really love it. I especially like the small head for maneuverability as well as some of their other products, like the sensitive friendly whitening strips. I still have the same system, and the replacement heads are very affordable.
Ha! I just bought my burst yesterday and got almost 50% off because I bundled with my girlfriend. Watching this afterwards made me feel like I made the right choice and got it for a good value. Thanks for taking the time to compare the best brushes on the market and giving an honest review that actually was fair 👍🏼
To be fair...all of these brushes are designed to be used in a pattern around the teeth to touch each area. The reason why plaque still remains for most people is they use the toothbrush like a regular brush and miss areas. Sonicare hands down. RDH here. 👌👍
So I have a sonicare which I had contemplated ditching in hopes of finding a better electric with cheaper replacement heads but you’re saying sonicare is still the one to go with ? I had been using a manual after accidentally dropping my sonicare and dirtying up the brush head on it and too lazy until now to buy more but thought hmmm maybe there is an even better electric brush that does a better job of removing plaque while being gentle at the same time. Thus my watching these videos . Should I stick with my sonicare?
I'm a dentist too, I've been using Oral B and all of the time I keep hearing how great the sonicare is and I wanted to know what all the fuss is about. This clears it up, it's really nothing that different in comparison so if you have one of those then stick to it, no need to change unless you really want to.
The main noticeable difference between a sonic toothbrush and a non sonic one like Oral B is the weight. I have both the Oral B and a Colgate Omron sonic toothbrush and the weight difference is like night and day,my Colgate Omron is as light as a feather as well as being incredibly slim compared to my Oral B.
@@SleeplessinOC it’s been so long since I last used Sonicare, I couldn’t tell you anymore. But what I can tell you is I’m still using Burst and I’m pretty happy.
I personally pay attention to every tooth I have and when I brush my teeth, I look at them in the mirror. I really think it depends on brushing techniques.
1) What R&D?? Again what's there to it besides a vibrating plastic bit? 2) cheap toothbrushes are also sold for profit? So again why is this different?
Mine is the Walmart generic brand which is just under $20. Three brush heads replacements are $15 which seem expensive though. ..yet when my hygienist does her maintenance cleaning of my teeth she likes they're pretty clean. No matter how much we do, we still need to go to our dental clinics and get them checked out. Last time they canceled my appointment because I had a sore throat.. They were concerned about possibly covid. Which was disappointing oh well
Yes very very true! The burst sonic toothbrush definitely stands up to its reputation, I’ve been using my for over a month now and the results, just amazing! Definitely worth the buy!
I would like to see the images of the exact brush heads for each toothbrush he used. I have a Sonicare, and have noticed despite how similar the brush heads may appear, I get greatly varying results depending which I'm using. I'm wondering if there are Oral-B ones that would perform better or worse for different tooth alignments than what he used. I would also like to see all brushes he used lined up for comparison.
This video was really well presented. The results for the v-brush were pretty much what i expected (maybe good in a pinch like working 12hr shifts like i do. better than not brushing at all and more portable) I bought my first electric brush last summer. I went with oral b and the results have been great. I do like the round design myself because it does make you focus on getting the brush on each tooth as the video says (seems I'm a bit of a perfectionist lol). I wish I had bought an electric brush years ago.
This actually helps because I’ve recently been having gum irritations and as I can’t see my dentist or doctor until next week I’ve been looking for solutions
Hazey there could be many reasons for gum irritation! It could even be because you are brushing too hard orrr missing spots and the plaque buildup is irritating your gums. Sorry for the unsolicited advice lol I’m passionate about teeth XD
I wish dentists would go over toothpaste allergies, it took over 25 years of suffering for a dentist to go hey could you be allergic to your toothpaste? I then switched to another brand not colgate or crest, and my gums are 90% better than they were. Dry mouth can also lead to irritation and gum issues, dentists simply just saying you aren't doing a good job isn't very productive.
William Jarosz I agree. I just brush my teeth coconut oil. My hygienist suggested I start using a mouth wash or rinse at night before bed. She handed me something. I looked at the ingredients - full of sugar. I said, soooooo, you want me to slush sugar around in my mouth and leave the residue there all night while I sleep???? No thanks!
I purchased the Burst toothbrush and received it in the mail today. I like that they send you a brush head every 12 weeks for $7. And if your unit stops working, they'll replace it for free. I also read the brush is not made out of nylon like other brush heads are. When i used it today, my gums didn't feel cut up afterwards. It's just my first day but I like it!
@@SleeplessinOC only one model type from this brand. The only difference are the colors of the brush. I went to a dental check up and the dentist said my teeth and gums are looking good and whatever im doing to keep it up. I have never had a dentist give me those comments before.
The first brush said it could brush your teeth in a few seconds , you did that and it didn't work very good but can you leave it on for a minute or two and see what it can really do given some time. Thank you
In my opinion Oral B is better than Phillips. Something about that circular brush head. Definitely a great choice for people who have problem areas. For instance, the lingual surface on the lower mandibular. I used to have problems with that area so I switched to oral b and it's much better. Yes, I floss but switching the toothbrush helped alot. Maybe I'll try Burst tho. Seems pretty good.
Thanks for this review, I love how in depth it was! I use the Burst toothbrush (After using the sonicare diamond clean for years) and I was convinced that it didn't work as well because the vibrations weren't as strong and even the vibrations per minute was less than the sonicare one, but this review has shown me that the Burst works just as well! No more receding gumlines for me!
Thank you for showing the comparison between toothbrushes. I am purchasing one from your channel for your time and money spent on all of the toothbrushes used.
Ask a hygienist did this same test but unsponsored and got worse results from Burst. She highlights undisclosed endorsers being paid the 20% commission for Burst sales. I noticed you are sponsored on other videos by burst and use the same burst clip and reaction on different videos from different years but make no mention of it. The reviews on target and Amazon all point out the batteries dying within 1 year with no product support.
Do you feel like the timing on the 30 second toothbrush was the issue? If it was used longer would it be effective? I like the concept behind the design that it brushes each quadrant equally, but I was skeptical about the time.
I've have had a Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 for over a year now and absolutely love it. My hygienist loves it as well. Teeth barely need cleaning when using it regularly.
Thank you for the good video, clean, clear and true Ordered my new Burst set this week, and will be getting it next week We are a family that uses regular tooth brushes but feel like bringing something new will reinvigorate the process of "wanting" to brush teeth. I am hoping for aaah this is new and modern and fun, in the beginning and then the process of letting the equipment do the work will give into cleaner mouths and less stress for us as a family trying to get our kids on top of dental hygiene. And a BIG YES, that flossing is still a must no matter what new toothbrushes you get. Appreciate your time and helpful video content! Thumbs up on your quality video, good lighting, audio and editing.
I am using the Burst and find that it cleans much better than my Sonicare. I have a place on one tooth that is always missed and have to scrub it with floss to remove the plaque. The Burst gets that spot. The reason the Burst cleans better is the longer, softer bristles. They get between teeth and along gum lines much better than the stiffer bristles. I can even feel them getting under the gums.
I still like my dual action Braun from twelve or so years ago. Regular looking brush covers much more area than the tiny round ones. Sonic Care was touted by my dentist seven or eight years ago so I ordered one from Amazon. Felt cheap and again had a tiny little brush but more importantly the first one just failed to turn on. Then the replacement also failed to work. So much for that garbage. My dual action is still going strong although I have to say that I brush while watching YT and it generally is at least six or eight minutes. For other reasons I do not use tooth paste so there is no abrasive action. I also only brush once a day. Seems to work for me as my checkups are very good. I only hope I can replace my Braun dual action when this ones poops out. I have no trouble getting the brushes on line for it. I have no faith in gimmicky products that have no quality control and are built and sold for and by advertising. Flashing lights on a tooth brush for more than a hundred dollars!! P.T. Barnum sure had it right. Take care. Doug
wow, great job doing this test! I feel the need to suggest that the test would have more terms through which we can make sure we don't really have any artifact discussing the results. so maybe the sequence of toothbrush use had an impact, so repeating the same test with a few different sequences and comparing them would solve that issue. if the result would be the same for the Burst toothbrush when you start the test with it, then I'll truly be convinced that the results are valid. Thank you for the video !
Great video! Concise and informative. I've always been bad about keeping my teeth clean and it results in more frequent trips to the hygienist for cleanings (3x/annually). But since the last cleaning, I've gotten a lot better and one of the things that helped was getting a Quip toothbrush. The timing and the comfort of it along with subscription head replacements have made it easy to keep up my dental hygiene. I'm flossing more consistently too because I love how clean my mouth feels and looks. I'd be interested in seeing a comparison between the Burst and Quip, if you get around to it. Since I've already made the investment, unless it proves to be junk like that v-white (which I doubt), I'll probably just keep it, but it'd be nice to know I made a good choice. Also I would like to hear what you know about hydroxyapatite. Just ordered a toothpaste called Rise Up, which replaces flouride with hydroxyapatite. I'm not afraid of flouride; I always use a flouride toothpaste and grew up in California drinking flourinated water. I have a great teeth with only two minor cavities filled, but they are sensitive. I had read that remineralization that hydroxyapatite does helps reduces sensitivity. I don't like overly sweet toothpastes either and it seems weird to me that toothpaste companies keep making their pastes so sweet (and promoting sweet addiction) when we all know sugar is bad for your teeth.
I know this is old but I hate completely straight toothbrushes. I have Invisalign and my gums aren’t as great as they were before. I use manual toothbrushes with the flossing effect (some bristles are thinner and softer) which burst has, this clarifies my decision. Thanks for making this video!
Just got burst...it’s AMAZING. AMAZING. It’s a dentist clean everyday! A normal toothbrush is a joke compared to it, and now looking back my teeth were so grimy everyday using a normal brush!
I tried the Burst after seeing this and for 9 months I was pleased, until the battery lifespan ended. After only 9 months, the battery would not hold a charge and one can get 1 brushing before it needs to recharge. I can not recommend based on battery lifespan.
Loved this video!! Thank you so much for doing this experiment no one was using those dyes to show if the brush was really working or not and i didnt understand why so this video was excatly what i wanted to see i will definatly be getting the burst brush after my sonic kicks the bucket.. If it ever will lol ive had mine for years probably like 5 years and i just replace the heads when needed cant complain about getting my moneys worth thats forsure but you definatly sold me on the burst!!!
It makes sense to me that the Oral B is effective. With its size and shape users can kind of brush between the teeth. I have a Sonic. I plan to get an Oral B.
Oral-B clearly requires multiple techniques judging by the size of the brush, When that's done efficiently surely that's the best toothbrush as your cleaning every tooth back, to front and to the sides?
Can you do the same experiment again putting the first place brush used as the first in the experiment to ensure it wasn't just due to variables in what you ate or the order they were tried in? Thanks for the video
Great video. It would have been really good to see how well they cleaned the back teeth or insides instead of just the front face. Perhaps the different shaped heads or actions are better or worse at harder to reach areas? Also, what if you were a little more diligent with each method, would there be any improvement?
Forget the type of brush - Where can I get the red dye!? That seems like a pre-brushing MUST! Someone please invent/release a workable pre dye that rinses off easily afterwards!
Currently using a Burst toothbrush and I will admit it feels amazing and looks amazing. I’ve used oral B and my brother has a sonicare toothbrush. Mines the best :)
@@likebliss I’m on the 2.5 year mark and I’m now charging mine every night. I’ve contacted customer service and they refuse to send a new handheld unit because I’m currently on a subscription pause (I had 2 extra brushes). So once I’m done with this last replacement head, I’m going back to Oral B and refill heads from SAMS.
Best and cheapest is a soft or extrasoft manual toothbrush. Firstly, you need to floss properly, rinse your mouth with water then brush properly. If you do this after each meal you're as safe as you can get in terms of oral care.
Totally interested in an updated video of this for other popular electric toothbrushes like colgate's hum and Bruush ! If it hasn't been done already :)
It's my understanding that the Oral-B IO series is a substantial improvement over their previous models with a better and quiet motor giving better results.
I've never seen anyone brush with an electric toothbrush like you are. Isn't the idea that we're suppose to let the brush do the work and not actually brush back and forth with the electric toothbrush? Now, I'm confused?
With the Sonicare the toothbrush is specially made that you can brush while the brush does the job too, that's why the brushhead of the Sonicare is the same as the handbrushes. However with the Oral B you should let the brush itself do all the work indeed haha
I feel like a giant sucker because I spent A LOT of money on the autobrush (one for me and one for my kids) and it was a total bust. Trust me, even if he had done two minutes it wouldn't have mattered. It doesn't clean at the gumline and leaves food particles and plaque in between teeth. They of course don't offer refunds either. 🙄
Thank you so much! Just bought a Burst after getting an awesome teeth cleaning. It seems so soft like it isn’t doing anything. But my teeth feel so clean . I did notice that despite my vigilant brushing and flossing , some of the tea stains are returning to my teeth after only a couple of weeks post cleaning. I’m So sad . Any tips to keep the stains down ? I’m 45 and I drink a lot of unsweetened chai tea . I switched to chai from coffee a couple of years ago and I’ve noticed that tea stains my teeth worse than coffee did . Or is it that I’m getting older and my teeth stain more easily.?Wonderful video!!! I’ve considered trying this experiment myself. But hadn’t looked into where to get the special teeth dye . They used that stuff when I was a kid to show us how to brush properly. I’ve always taken care of my teeth . You only get the one set of adult teeth . It pains me to see people flat out not brush their teeth ! I’d go insane ! Just the bad taste in my mouth and the furry feeling of plaque would drive me nuts ! Thank you 😊
I kind of want to know where I can get a pink pill that tells you how much plaque you have 🤣 I feel like I remember once hearing about them and I almost feel like I remember the odd taste even if I've never put it in my mouth lol but it seems really effective here
That's funny you say that (even tho you said it a year ago now haha) because I just got an ad for that one on UA-cam , or at least the silkn RFD toothbrush which seems really weird but kinda neat .. which is what sent me down this rabbit hole of new expensive toothbrushes haha 😝😋
The thing about that 360 brush is that it seems to be one of those products that makes going from not brushing at all or only once per day, to actually brushing regularly easier. Is it going to clean perfectly? Nah. But for someone with depression or sensory issues related to brushing, it’s still going to be better than not doing it at all and provide a transition toward regular brushing. Wish those companies would be truthful about advertising and say this outright. I’ve got one of the 360s on order and I plan to use it in the mornings and then brush the regular way at night. It sounds silly but being both autistic and depressed it definitely incentivizes building in that second daily brushing routine.
I got the autobrush for my son with ADHD. It resulted in better cleaning than him using a manual brush on his own but it was not clean enough so we still have to go back after him and brush again with a manual brush. Over time if I keep him using that brush it's going to be detrimental to his teeth and gum health. My daughter (who had good brushing habits with a manual brush) started to get redness in the gumline after moving to the autobrush and there's serious plaque left behind. We had only been using the auto brush for two weeks. It's a wonderful concept. Unfortunately it needs more tweaking to the technology. 30 seconds/just stick it in your mouth is exactly what individuals with limitations in dexterity, cognitive ability, sensory aversions could really use. What a difference it makes in dignity to be an individual that doesn't need someone else to brush your teeth for you.
I tried the V-White U-shaped brush. It felt like a modern version of the “king’s new clothes”. It is hard to sense that it has cleaned my teeth or messaged my gums.
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You mfs actually need someone to show you how to brush your teeth? Man human life is scraping the bottom of the bowl at this point..
One likely explanation for why the Burst seemed to perform better than the Sonicare is that he became aware that his brushing technique was leaving so much plaque behind so on a subconscious level he brushed that tooth better without even realizing it.
He needs to expand his experiment to include more people and then repeat it a few more times for the results to have any real meaning.
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imagine just scrolling through youtube and just seeing ur dentist
I work for a dentist that I could never imagine on UA-cam, I would die 😂
Could you ask him where does he get the tablets from?
@Alexander Supertramp whoa chill
@Alexander Supertramp someones cranky
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This guy is so transparent. Even admitting that he would get commission from us buying through his affiliate link, I know most of us understand that already but the fact that he said it is just so humble to me
I gifted myself with the burst toothbrush over the holidays. I love it. The first few times I used it, it tickled my cheek. Since I bought it during the holidays I was able to save $30. Best Investment Ever!
I have the sonicare and the oral B.From my personal experience, oral B is better (by far) at cleaning teeth and keeping them white.
I am so glad that you were truthful during this process most professionals have cheated the process and just said it was trash.
Of all the videos I watched about electric toothbrushes, this was by far the most helpful. Purchasing the Burst for me and my husband through your links because of how well it cleaned here and because of the cost. Seems pretty low risk to me. If for some reason we don't like it, will purchase Oral-B. Thank you!
TheUntitledOnes how was it?
Was it effective??
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How was it?????
Yes . We want to know!
Oral-B for life. That round brush also makes it MUCH easier to get to the teeth all the way back in your mouth. It's also mechanical instead of vibration, so it cleans better.
The higher priced Oral b models are doing 3d motions, i.e. left and right and up and down which is very similar to sonic toothbrushes
I just got my burst toothbrush yesterday. I feel like I wasn’t even really brushing my teeth all these years. The way my mouth felt so clean was as if I just left the dentist office. Like I even noticed a difference in how white my teeth were in one use. Love it!
How’s your battery life doing? Does it still hold a charge?
My teeth feel so much cleaner!
What is the link ?
Where did you buy it? US or EU? Store name?
I’ve had Burst for maybe 6 months now. I think the way the bristles are shaped (some are longer than others) leads to a better cleaning experience of removing debris in tighter crevices
have you had any problems with it since than ?
The Bristles are an interesting point! Oral B has several options or had several options.
I feel like it depends on brushing style, mouth anatomy etc. I have always used Oral B because I like the small brush head. I’m not a lazy brusher, I brush everything
I like the little brush heads too.
I have burst, also has a small head
@@mona-checkoutmychannel7656 just got burst ! For the price alone it's great and cost to own with the cheap brush head subscription. It works great and like you said small brush head so it fits around the mouth easy !
Yeah I use Walmart generic brand which my hygienist likes the results. Pretty much like the Oral B small head
True the smaller brush head helps you reach every corner which a big brush may miss out. I prefer Oral B too for the same reason
We were skeptical about Burst because it was so beautiful, lol! But, it's amazing! It cleans near our gums way better without making his teeth sensitive.
Thanx Doc. I emphasis to my clients the most important oral hygiene tips are, “flossing brushes 40% of the tooth” (pink areas in the corners are only cleaned by floss) and “it is a tooth brush(Oral-B) not a teeth brush (Sonicare).” Teeth brushing may result in a tooth, tooth brushing should help you keep your teeth. Eric Vaihinger CRDH
In fairness, you didn't use the Sonicare like they recommend. You aren't supposed to go back and forth, you are just supposed to run the toothbrush on an angle along the gumline. I love my Sonicare Diamond- which was recommended by my dentist. He now says I'm of no use to him, because he can't make any money off me anymore! (He's a character)
The plaque always builds up in the same spots because those spots don’t have much mechanical activity happening in them. For example, that tooth that’s slightly out of place has a crevice where your tongue won’t make contact with when you run your tongue across it. The inside of your lip never rubs against it. It’s a spot where things can chill and grow
Flossing is what cleans in between your teeth, while brushing primarily removes the outer surfaces. Flossing daily will remove plaque and buildup between your teeth ^-^
My oralb finally gave out after almost 15 years. I'll try out Burst using your link. Thanks!
People should remember the problem is you can’t guarantee that with each day you brush exactly like the day before or night or however many times a day you brush. Regardless of the toothbrush, thats human nature the same as you are not the same person psychologically that you were two, five minutes or an hour ago - things occur in that time. It’s a test with variability, so you could use the burst brush again even after having the better of the four results this day/morning and then the next day miss spots. Not every day do you apply the same movements/directionality or pressure on every spot evenly/ with exact precise distribution.
Best way to look at it is how clean your teeth get on the parts where you truly try / know you brushed well - that will give a reading of how well the brush can actually perform, human error / nature cannot be blamed on a technically working product if the product does what it actually claims really.
Thanks for the posting the video though, it was interesting to watch and see the results when using the pill.
Can you buy those pills to use to show where the plaque is if they are available and use them daily, or is that not advised / could have adverse affects on oral health even?
Ask A Hygienist is another dental channel with comparison!
Looks like those pills are available on Amazon! Just type in “disclosing tablets” :)
I totally agree with you about human error. The truth is you can do just as good a job with a manual brush (which is what I use) as with any electric. The important part is proper technique!
Ask A Hygienist thank you, I’ll have a look! I have refused to buy an electric toothbrush for years for basically that same reason (and a few others). Last week however, I bought an electric toothbrush on sale (not a top model and it was quite cheap - Oral b 2000) and so far have been pleasantly surprised at how clean my teeth and gums get and have gotten used to using it quicker than I thought it might take. I mainly decided to try one as I had an issue reaching my back teeth with a manual toothbrush head and every time I brushed I became a bit unwell. I just thought for the price I could try and if i decided to revert back it wasn’t a huge loss financially. I’ll wait longer to make up my mind as to wether its money well spent or not :)
I agree with what you say about technique, I think one of the potential issues is that some people become quite lazy with brushing and see using an electric as if it solves all problems / requires less effort to use.
If i don’t put the effort in either with a manual or an electric, well then that my own fault if my oral health suffers really.
This video helped me decide on a new electric toothbrushes after my trusty early-edition Sonicare finally died after about 5 years or so. I also had sone sensitivity with my Sonicare over one tooth that had a shoddy crown job, so between that and all the types of electronic toothbrush out now, I didn't just rush out and get the latest edition Sonicare. I had read some great reviews about the Burst in various comparison articles, so I was glad to come across this video made by a dentist with objective results of the plaque test. I ended up buying the Burst a few weeks ago and LOVE IT! The vibrations are not so agrressive to make me sensitive, it is sturdy (doesnt feel like a cheaper version to me like he said, but I'm also comparing to a 5-6 year old Sonicare), the head is small enough to easily reach my back teeth, the bristles are soft enough that I can really get at the gumline without sensitivity. Even after my first brush, it had removed plaque that wasn't even being removed by my Sonicare - plaque I didnt even know I had! Teeth felt like a fresh dental cleaning from a hygienist. The heads are also less expensive to replace. I am really happy with it! (Note: I am not a paid promoter - wish I was lol. I just showed my family this toothbrush and shared this video as well.)
how is the burst treating you now ? any problems ?
@@calebthomas5411 I really love it. I especially like the small head for maneuverability as well as some of their other products, like the sensitive friendly whitening strips. I still have the same system, and the replacement heads are very affordable.
@@beyedoc which model did you end up getting?
Ha! I just bought my burst yesterday and got almost 50% off because I bundled with my girlfriend. Watching this afterwards made me feel like I made the right choice and got it for a good value. Thanks for taking the time to compare the best brushes on the market and giving an honest review that actually was fair 👍🏼
Can you do a video on water flossers??
In my follow up video i review the waterpik toothbrush.
@@RickBuck where is it?
@@RickBuck srsly where is it????
@@RickBuck Could you link this video here?
It's in this video at 11:44
ua-cam.com/video/LnVtn2yhQ4A/v-deo.html
To be fair...all of these brushes are designed to be used in a pattern around the teeth to touch each area. The reason why plaque still remains for most people is they use the toothbrush like a regular brush and miss areas. Sonicare hands down. RDH here. 👌👍
Debra LaRue ugh THANK YOU Debra! Thats what I’ve been trying to say lol. It’s all about the technique!
So I have a sonicare which I had contemplated ditching in hopes of finding a better electric with cheaper replacement heads but you’re saying sonicare is still the one to go with ? I had been using a manual after accidentally dropping my sonicare and dirtying up the brush head on it and too lazy until now to buy more but thought hmmm maybe there is an even better electric brush that does a better job of removing plaque while being gentle at the same time. Thus my watching these videos . Should I stick with my sonicare?
I'm a dentist too, I've been using Oral B and all of the time I keep hearing how great the sonicare is and I wanted to know what all the fuss is about. This clears it up, it's really nothing that different in comparison so if you have one of those then stick to it, no need to change unless you really want to.
The main noticeable difference between a sonic toothbrush and a non sonic one like Oral B is the weight. I have both the Oral B and a Colgate Omron sonic toothbrush and the weight difference is like night and day,my Colgate Omron is as light as a feather as well as being incredibly slim compared to my Oral B.
I had Sonicare for over 5yrs. I bought Burst a week ago because of this review. Burst all the way.
Really ?? Is it that much better???
@@SleeplessinOC it’s been so long since I last used Sonicare, I couldn’t tell you anymore. But what I can tell you is I’m still using Burst and I’m pretty happy.
I personally pay attention to every tooth I have and when I brush my teeth, I look at them in the mirror. I really think it depends on brushing techniques.
There are inconsistencies in the way you brush with each different tooth brush which will majorly changes the outcome. Great video nome the less.
He did brush longer in each quadrant while using burst.
How are these so expensive when they're just electric vibrating handles and little mass produced bristle heads
Cameron Gaul it’s more than vibrating brushes.
Gotta cover all the R&D that goes into some of these products.
Capitalism. Theyre for profit businesses.
1) What R&D?? Again what's there to it besides a vibrating plastic bit? 2) cheap toothbrushes are also sold for profit? So again why is this different?
Mine is the Walmart generic brand which is just under $20. Three brush heads replacements are $15 which seem expensive though. ..yet when my hygienist does her maintenance cleaning of my teeth she likes they're pretty clean. No matter how much we do, we still need to go to our dental clinics and get them checked out. Last time they canceled my appointment because I had a sore throat.. They were concerned about possibly covid. Which was disappointing oh well
Because they help your teeth
Yes very very true! The burst sonic toothbrush definitely stands up to its reputation, I’ve been using my for over a month now and the results, just amazing! Definitely worth the buy!
I would like to see the images of the exact brush heads for each toothbrush he used. I have a Sonicare, and have noticed despite how similar the brush heads may appear, I get greatly varying results depending which I'm using. I'm wondering if there are Oral-B ones that would perform better or worse for different tooth alignments than what he used. I would also like to see all brushes he used lined up for comparison.
Although he did a good test. There are still a lot of variables, technique, pressure, time, brush heads, etc
This video was really well presented.
The results for the v-brush were pretty much what i expected (maybe good in a pinch like working 12hr shifts like i do. better than not brushing at all and more portable)
I bought my first electric brush last summer. I went with oral b and the results have been great. I do like the round design myself because it does make you focus on getting the brush on each tooth as the video says (seems I'm a bit of a perfectionist lol). I wish I had bought an electric brush years ago.
I really appreciate how upfront you were about product commission. Most UA-camrs don't have your scruples.
Thank you so much for doing this! It's amazing to see the difference. I'm looking for better brushes for my family and I really appreciate this video!
My school had us chew those pills as kids to have us learn how to brush! Love medical professional reviews after having extensive dental surgery.
I bought a Burst after seeing this video and I’m not sure I’ll go back to manual brushing ever again. Thanks so much!
This actually helps because I’ve recently been having gum irritations and as I can’t see my dentist or doctor until next week I’ve been looking for solutions
Hazey there could be many reasons for gum irritation! It could even be because you are brushing too hard orrr missing spots and the plaque buildup is irritating your gums. Sorry for the unsolicited advice lol I’m passionate about teeth XD
Ask A Hygienist I got rid off the irritation by using Colgate medical mouth wash for 3 times a day on a 7 period
@@hazey1373 Glad it helped!!
I wish dentists would go over toothpaste allergies, it took over 25 years of suffering for a dentist to go hey could you be allergic to your toothpaste? I then switched to another brand not colgate or crest, and my gums are 90% better than they were. Dry mouth can also lead to irritation and gum issues, dentists simply just saying you aren't doing a good job isn't very productive.
What brand do you use now? I also use crest and have similar problems
@@DavyDave1313 I switched to Biotene gentle mint which is designed not to irritate. they also have related products for dry mouth issues.
GirlyGamer86
Everytime I brush my teeth my nose runs for about 2/3 minutes. Like an allergic reaction?????
Toothpastes have all sorts of crap in them and most of them are sweetened unfortunately.
William Jarosz
I agree. I just brush my teeth coconut oil.
My hygienist suggested I start using a mouth wash or rinse at night before bed. She handed me something. I looked at the ingredients - full of sugar. I said, soooooo, you want me to slush sugar around in my mouth and leave the residue there all night while I sleep???? No thanks!
I purchased the Burst toothbrush and received it in the mail today. I like that they send you a brush head every 12 weeks for $7. And if your unit stops working, they'll replace it for free. I also read the brush is not made out of nylon like other brush heads are. When i used it today, my gums didn't feel cut up afterwards. It's just my first day but I like it!
Did you purchase it off the website?
@@thanamesny7807 yes!
@@dh6320 how are you currently liking it ? Is it gentle on your gums? What model did you get? Do your teeth feel more sensitive ?
@@SleeplessinOC only one model type from this brand. The only difference are the colors of the brush. I went to a dental check up and the dentist said my teeth and gums are looking good and whatever im doing to keep it up. I have never had a dentist give me those comments before.
The first brush said it could brush your teeth in a few seconds , you did that and it didn't work very good but can you leave it on for a minute or two and see what it can really do given some time. Thank you
You could seriously just have a whole channel for reviewing toothbrushes! I'd watch them ALL. Amazing video, beyoooond helpful. Thank you :)
See my channel called Baseline Dental. Its not ALL toothbrush reviews but there are more.
2:24 I'm laughing because this is honestly how I feel about Oral-B
In my opinion Oral B is better than Phillips. Something about that circular brush head. Definitely a great choice for people who have problem areas. For instance, the lingual surface on the lower mandibular. I used to have problems with that area so I switched to oral b and it's much better. Yes, I floss but switching the toothbrush helped alot. Maybe I'll try Burst tho. Seems pretty good.
Thanks for the link discount!! I have been wanting to try the Burst and yes, the fact that it’s pretty makes it even more fun!!
Thanks for this review, I love how in depth it was! I use the Burst toothbrush (After using the sonicare diamond clean for years) and I was convinced that it didn't work as well because the vibrations weren't as strong and even the vibrations per minute was less than the sonicare one, but this review has shown me that the Burst works just as well! No more receding gumlines for me!
I got a Burst and it's the best investment I've made ever.
Him showing expensive electric brushes.
Me with my 1$ brush in my mouth😲
Thank you for showing the comparison between toothbrushes. I am purchasing one from your channel for your time and money spent on all of the toothbrushes used.
I used to use sonicare, but I switched to the Oral-B because I am meticulous with my team and it forces me to focus on each individual tooth.
I bought the most expensive Oral-B. I felt cheated coming from a Sonicare. I promptly switched back.
Ask a hygienist did this same test but unsponsored and got worse results from Burst. She highlights undisclosed endorsers being paid the 20% commission for Burst sales. I noticed you are sponsored on other videos by burst and use the same burst clip and reaction on different videos from different years but make no mention of it. The reviews on target and Amazon all point out the batteries dying within 1 year with no product support.
You are a good dentist in the day and the best youtuber in night.
I absolutely love the honesty
Do you feel like the timing on the 30 second toothbrush was the issue? If it was used longer would it be effective? I like the concept behind the design that it brushes each quadrant equally, but I was skeptical about the time.
I've have had a Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart 9300 for over a year now and absolutely love it. My hygienist loves it as well. Teeth barely need cleaning when using it regularly.
Thank you for the good video, clean, clear and true
Ordered my new Burst set this week, and will be getting it next week
We are a family that uses regular tooth brushes but feel like bringing something new will reinvigorate the process of "wanting" to brush teeth. I am hoping for aaah this is new and modern and fun, in the beginning and then the process of letting the equipment do the work will give into cleaner mouths and less stress for us as a family trying to get our kids on top of dental hygiene. And a BIG YES, that flossing is still a must no matter what new toothbrushes you get. Appreciate your time and helpful video content! Thumbs up on your quality video, good lighting, audio and editing.
Just what I was looking for, good job!!!
I swear
I am using the Burst and find that it cleans much better than my Sonicare. I have a place on one tooth that is always missed and have to scrub it with floss to remove the plaque. The Burst gets that spot. The reason the Burst cleans better is the longer, softer bristles. They get between teeth and along gum lines much better than the stiffer bristles. I can even feel them getting under the gums.
Does your Burst still hold a charge?
Are your teeth more sensitive though after using Burst? I always think that if it cleans too well , that it’s also brushing off some enamel too.
I still like my dual action Braun from twelve or so years ago. Regular looking brush covers much more area than the tiny round ones. Sonic Care was touted by my dentist seven or eight years ago so I ordered one from Amazon. Felt cheap and again had a tiny little brush but more importantly the first one just failed to turn on. Then the replacement also failed to work. So much for that garbage. My dual action is still going strong although I have to say that I brush while watching YT and it generally is at least six or eight minutes. For other reasons I do not use tooth paste so there is no abrasive action. I also only brush once a day. Seems to work for me as my checkups are very good. I only hope I can replace my Braun dual action when this ones poops out. I have no trouble getting the brushes on line for it. I have no faith in gimmicky products that have no quality control and are built and sold for and by advertising. Flashing lights on a tooth brush for more than a hundred dollars!! P.T. Barnum sure had it right. Take care. Doug
I wish you had a link for the red dye! Ive gotten lazy brushing my teeth and i would like a ggod wakeup call
Samuel Sanders they’re called disclosing tablets. You can buy them on amazon :)
wow, great job doing this test! I feel the need to suggest that the test would have more terms through which we can make sure we don't really have any artifact discussing the results. so maybe the sequence of toothbrush use had an impact, so repeating the same test with a few different sequences and comparing them would solve that issue. if the result would be the same for the Burst toothbrush when you start the test with it, then I'll truly be convinced that the results are valid. Thank you for the video !
Great video! Concise and informative. I've always been bad about keeping my teeth clean and it results in more frequent trips to the hygienist for cleanings (3x/annually). But since the last cleaning, I've gotten a lot better and one of the things that helped was getting a Quip toothbrush. The timing and the comfort of it along with subscription head replacements have made it easy to keep up my dental hygiene. I'm flossing more consistently too because I love how clean my mouth feels and looks. I'd be interested in seeing a comparison between the Burst and Quip, if you get around to it. Since I've already made the investment, unless it proves to be junk like that v-white (which I doubt), I'll probably just keep it, but it'd be nice to know I made a good choice.
Also I would like to hear what you know about hydroxyapatite. Just ordered a toothpaste called Rise Up, which replaces flouride with hydroxyapatite. I'm not afraid of flouride; I always use a flouride toothpaste and grew up in California drinking flourinated water. I have a great teeth with only two minor cavities filled, but they are sensitive. I had read that remineralization that hydroxyapatite does helps reduces sensitivity. I don't like overly sweet toothpastes either and it seems weird to me that toothpaste companies keep making their pastes so sweet (and promoting sweet addiction) when we all know sugar is bad for your teeth.
I know this is old but I hate completely straight toothbrushes. I have Invisalign and my gums aren’t as great as they were before. I use manual toothbrushes with the flossing effect (some bristles are thinner and softer) which burst has, this clarifies my decision. Thanks for making this video!
🙌🏼THANK YOU!!! I only take recommendations from ppl with BACKGROUNDS in the subjects!🙏🏼😁
Such an awesome video! I’m getting my burst soon, can’t wait to try! I was hesitant that it would bring good results
Since you was hesitant, than why bought it? So stultify oneself
Just got burst...it’s AMAZING. AMAZING. It’s a dentist clean everyday! A normal toothbrush is a joke compared to it, and now looking back my teeth were so grimy everyday using a normal brush!
Would like to see a similar video for portable water flossers.
Is this without the toothpaste on the brushes? Does toothpaste make a difference?
I love your videos!!! Your so open and honest and such a great reviewer!!!
I tried the Burst after seeing this and for 9 months I was pleased, until the battery lifespan ended. After only 9 months, the battery would not hold a charge and one can get 1 brushing before it needs to recharge. I can not recommend based on battery lifespan.
I’ve added Burst in rotation to my Sonicare. Still searching for that totally satisfying clean with one brush.
Loved this video!! Thank you so much for doing this experiment no one was using those dyes to show if the brush was really working or not and i didnt understand why so this video was excatly what i wanted to see i will definatly be getting the burst brush after my sonic kicks the bucket.. If it ever will lol ive had mine for years probably like 5 years and i just replace the heads when needed cant complain about getting my moneys worth thats forsure but you definatly sold me on the burst!!!
It makes sense to me that the Oral B is effective. With its size and shape users can kind of brush between the teeth. I have a Sonic. I plan to get an Oral B.
What toothpaste do you use your teeth are super white? Also what floss?
Oral-B clearly requires multiple techniques judging by the size of the brush, When that's done efficiently surely that's the best toothbrush as your cleaning every tooth back, to front and to the sides?
Kizzster as a hygienist I’d say oral b does a better job, but honestly what’s most important is proper technique. I use a manual brush with no issues.
Can you do the same experiment again putting the first place brush used as the first in the experiment to ensure it wasn't just due to variables in what you ate or the order they were tried in? Thanks for the video
I'd love to see your thoughts and test results on Triple Brush
Fantastic review thank you! I'd love to see one where you compared an electric to a normal toothbrush with this method!
My dentist recommended the sonicare. Burst seems way too good especially since it's so much cheaper.
Great video. It would have been really good to see how well they cleaned the back teeth or insides instead of just the front face. Perhaps the different shaped heads or actions are better or worse at harder to reach areas? Also, what if you were a little more diligent with each method, would there be any improvement?
Forget the type of brush - Where can I get the red dye!? That seems like a pre-brushing MUST! Someone please invent/release a workable pre dye that rinses off easily afterwards!
I live in HK, where were never seen the brand "burst toothbrush."
It’s only online.
@@claudshairandfood Yes, but they only ship to UK and USA
@@ilkerceto7707 that’s such a bummer. I really don’t like when companies are limited like that. I hope they open up to other countries soon.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and opinions. Guess I need to brush longer than I have my 1st 74 years < Grin >
Currently using a Burst toothbrush and I will admit it feels amazing and looks amazing. I’ve used oral B and my brother has a sonicare toothbrush. Mines the best :)
Does yours still hold a charge?
@@likebliss Yes it does.
@@likebliss I’m on the 2.5 year mark and I’m now charging mine every night. I’ve contacted customer service and they refuse to send a new handheld unit because I’m currently on a subscription pause (I had 2 extra brushes).
So once I’m done with this last replacement head, I’m going back to Oral B and refill heads from SAMS.
Very helpful video, thank you. Think I'll try the burst, price and results seem the best.
I bought the burst and so far am really happy with it!
Best and cheapest is a soft or extrasoft manual toothbrush. Firstly, you need to floss properly, rinse your mouth with water then brush properly. If you do this after each meal you're as safe as you can get in terms of oral care.
Wonder how the new IO version of Oral-B looks compared to this one since its an improvement over the old.
Great vid! Can you do one on the best teeth whitening technologies/products ie pur white, snow, etc.?
Totally interested in an updated video of this for other popular electric toothbrushes like colgate's hum and Bruush ! If it hasn't been done already :)
It's my understanding that the Oral-B IO series is a substantial improvement over their previous models with a better and quiet motor giving better results.
It is better. I review it on my dental channel.
Can you please do a spotlight oral care review like this?? Can’t find reviewers who actually use the plaque staining pill. :/
I've never seen anyone brush with an electric toothbrush like you are. Isn't the idea that we're suppose to let the brush do the work and not actually brush back and forth with the electric toothbrush? Now, I'm confused?
With the Sonicare the toothbrush is specially made that you can brush while the brush does the job too, that's why the brushhead of the Sonicare is the same as the handbrushes. However with the Oral B you should let the brush itself do all the work indeed haha
Nope you let the brush does the work. Do not brush while it vibrates!
Why didn't you try the 30 sec one for 2min?
Suf Sanin because it’s doing all quadrants of your mouth and the reason for 2 minutes is to do every quadrant for 30 sec
@@sariyah9385 Yeah but judging by the results I think it would have been cleaner than others for 2 min so that's a plus no matter what.
@@anitarushlow4022 Let me know about the results. Thanks for the reply 😊
I feel like a giant sucker because I spent A LOT of money on the autobrush (one for me and one for my kids) and it was a total bust. Trust me, even if he had done two minutes it wouldn't have mattered. It doesn't clean at the gumline and leaves food particles and plaque in between teeth. They of course don't offer refunds either. 🙄
Thank you so much! Just bought a Burst after getting an awesome teeth cleaning. It seems so soft like it isn’t doing anything. But my teeth feel so clean . I did notice that despite my vigilant brushing and flossing , some of the tea stains are returning to my teeth after only a couple of weeks post cleaning. I’m
So sad . Any tips to keep the stains down ? I’m 45 and I drink a lot of unsweetened chai tea . I switched to chai from coffee a couple of years ago and I’ve noticed that tea stains my teeth worse than coffee did . Or is it that I’m getting older and my teeth stain more easily.?Wonderful video!!! I’ve considered trying this experiment myself. But hadn’t looked into where to get the special teeth dye . They used that stuff when I was a kid to show us how to brush properly. I’ve always taken care of my teeth . You only get the one set of adult teeth . It pains me to see people flat out not brush their teeth ! I’d go insane ! Just the bad taste in my mouth and the furry feeling of plaque would drive me nuts ! Thank you 😊
I kind of want to know where I can get a pink pill that tells you how much plaque you have 🤣
I feel like I remember once hearing about them and I almost feel like I remember the odd taste even if I've never put it in my mouth lol but it seems really effective here
I remember getting them in elementary school for a dental awareness thing.
I have the Burst toothbrush. Amazing 👍🥰 love, love it 😍 Your teeth feel polished after brushing
I am in the UK unfortunately they do not sell it in here
Thanks for testing the one that looks like a mouthguard. Thanks for confirming it's a gimmick.
Have you heard about the slik’n toothwave Toothbrush ? I really want to sea a review about that one
That's funny you say that (even tho you said it a year ago now haha) because I just got an ad for that one on UA-cam , or at least the silkn RFD toothbrush which seems really weird but kinda neat .. which is what sent me down this rabbit hole of new expensive toothbrushes haha 😝😋
I like how the thumbnail is him showing all these electric toothbrushes and his bleeding gums
The thing about that 360 brush is that it seems to be one of those products that makes going from not brushing at all or only once per day, to actually brushing regularly easier. Is it going to clean perfectly? Nah. But for someone with depression or sensory issues related to brushing, it’s still going to be better than not doing it at all and provide a transition toward regular brushing. Wish those companies would be truthful about advertising and say this outright.
I’ve got one of the 360s on order and I plan to use it in the mornings and then brush the regular way at night. It sounds silly but being both autistic and depressed it definitely incentivizes building in that second daily brushing routine.
I got the autobrush for my son with ADHD. It resulted in better cleaning than him using a manual brush on his own but it was not clean enough so we still have to go back after him and brush again with a manual brush. Over time if I keep him using that brush it's going to be detrimental to his teeth and gum health. My daughter (who had good brushing habits with a manual brush) started to get redness in the gumline after moving to the autobrush and there's serious plaque left behind. We had only been using the auto brush for two weeks. It's a wonderful concept. Unfortunately it needs more tweaking to the technology. 30 seconds/just stick it in your mouth is exactly what individuals with limitations in dexterity, cognitive ability, sensory aversions could really use. What a difference it makes in dignity to be an individual that doesn't need someone else to brush your teeth for you.
I tried the V-White U-shaped brush. It felt like a modern version of the “king’s new clothes”. It is hard to sense that it has cleaned my teeth or messaged my gums.