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Your Learning Zone - Philips Sonicare Xtreme e3000 Power Toothbrush (Blue)
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List Price: $39.99
Our Price: $27.99
Your Save: $ 12.00 ( 30% )
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
Manufacturer: Philips Sonicare
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Average Customer Rating:   
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Batteries Included: 0
Binding: Health and Beauty
Brand: Philips Sonicare
Color: Blue
EAN: 0075020803337
Feature: Patented sonic technology delivers a unique dynamic cleaning action for superior plaque reduction
Label: Philips Sonicare
Manufacturer: Philips Sonicare
Model: HX3351
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Philips Sonicare
Release Date: 2006-07-01
Studio: Philips Sonicare
Warranty: 1
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Features
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Patented sonic technology delivers a unique dynamic cleaning action for superior plaque reduction
Gentle comfortable, and effective, even for those with braces or brackets
High velocity bristle movement results in direct contact with each tooth to cover more area in less time
Includes a two-year limited warranty and two AA batteries
Battery-operated toothbrush is designed specifically for preteens and teens
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: EXCELLENT
Comment: GREAT ECONOMICAL TOOTH BRUSH THE BATTERIES MUST BE REPLACED AFTER ABOUT 2 HOURS OF USAGE THOUGH
Customer Rating:
Summary: Better than Oral B Vitality, will update info
Comment: First got the Oral B Vitality Sonic, then I saw the online picture of Sonicare toothbrush on water, which blasts water away. This sonicare is much stronger than Oral B. And using my own AA battery is a plus.
There are many negative reviews. Most are about water damage, and water going in the battery compartment.
I changed the O-Ring, as suggested by another reviewer
to 1-1/16" x 15/16" x 1/16".
It is possible the manufacturer used 15mm thick O-ring, the european standard, and American uses 1/16 inch or 15.8mm.
Also, I added a silicone tape (from HomeDepot) to the top of the O-ring. That tape was expensive, but is waterproof. Also added petroleum jelly to the 2 holes at the bottom to waterproof. Does the current generation know nothing about waterproofing with Petroleum Jelly ? Are you that stupid ??
After brushing, I hang my Sonicare Xtreme toothbrush upside down, so that any water on the toothbrush will not go down into the unit.
How do I hang it upside down ? Use the 3M Command 17201 Medium Picture Hanging Strips. Not a cloth velcro, which does not work when wet.
It is not pretty upside down, but it won't be out-of-order.
The downside for me is, the replacement head is at least $11 each. Just bought a pack of 4 from Costco for $39.99 plus tax.
I will update in the future on whether water damage still occurs, and how I will get around the $11 replacement head. Hint, you need a drill and 2 small screws and 2 nuts
Customer Rating:
Summary: Great Toothbrush Until It Stops Working...
Comment: If you are thinking about purchasing this I would highly discourage you. My wife bought one of these and she liked it so much that she bought one for me too. Within about 4 weeks her brush began shutting off and eventually stopped working. I was hopeful that mine would last. However after about 4 weeks of total use, mine would cut off after about 10 seconds of use. Eventually it completely stopped working. It was not batteries or any other obvious problem. Both were defective. It most likely stems from water in the internal compartment. It was very frustrating. I would recommend going with an Oral-B or a more durable Sonicare. Don't get me wrong, when this thing was working, it really did clean my teeth well, but it quickly failed. Invest in a longer lasting brush!
Customer Rating:
Summary: Best & Most Economical!
Comment: I have been using this Philips Sonicare for over 3yrs now and it's the best brush I've ever had. It brushes well, is portable and the batteries last forever. You can store it horizontally, don't have to worry about remembering to recharge it and the brush heads for the more expensive models fit this one too. As long as you keep the main body clean and dry, this is a great toothbrush.
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Summary: This is a good toothbrush. Use Vaseline on o-ring... Fixes only flaw.
Comment: I have a fish tank, and Vaseline is what you use to prevent water from leaking at each fitting, at least on the water filter/pump, where there are o-rings. So maybe for those who don't know, it's just experience. My first toothbrush leaked (who knew?) and my second I went strait to the vaseline. I am hoping that will do the trick. Also without the vaseline, the rubber o-ring can twist as you put the cap on, as experienced with my tank. Vaseline, as a lubricant, will prevent this twisting so the ring keeps it's intended form and stops the water from getting in. Also Vaseline will repel the water and prevent it from wicking passed the o-ring.
What this does to the warrenty, I don't know. However, Philips needs to be understanding of this situation and accept returns with a bit of grease around the ring, if the unit fails of course.
My first unit failed from water getting into the battery compartment. But I won't count that against them. Philips is exchanging mine for a replacement, no arguments and it took 5 minutes over an IM session.
Smart People they are.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Xtreme e3000 makes it easy for preteens and teens to practice good oral care-even with braces and brackets. With its patented sonic technology and 2-minute Smartimer the Sonicare Xtreme creates dynamic fluid action that leads to improved brushing compliance, healthier mouths, and better check-ups.
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