Philips Sonicare UV Sanitizer
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Personal Care and Health Product Information: Manufacturer: Philips Sonicare Brand: Philips Sonicare Release Date: 2007-09-16 Model: HX7990/02 Product features:
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Product Reviews of the Philips Sonicare UV Sanitizer
Product Review: A lot more convenient than the dishwasher...
Summary: 5 Stars
Since I first saw a report about bacterial growth and airborne dispersion of fecal matter in the bathroom, I have cleaned my toothbrushes in a Clorox enhanced dishwashing cycle a couple of times a week. I have enough to worry about, so I was really pleased when I noticed the Sonicare UV Sanitizer System was available.
I happen to own both Oral B and Sonicare Advance brushes although ironically, based on the documentation, Philips chose to accommodate more of the competition's products than their own since the Advance series is not listed as one of the brush heads that will fit the compartment. I haven't allowed manufacturer's instructions to deter me in the past and this present situation will not establish a precedent, either. The Advance brush head has essentially the same base and overall length as the Sonicare E series brush heads, which are specifically noted in the instructions, so I tried to clean my brush head and I cannot see where there are any difficulties. The removable drip tray has a slotted area in the base to secure E series heads but the cleaning system does not involve moving parts and I didn't have any problems in stabilizing the Advance series head for the cleaning process. The bristles align perfectly with the UV bulb and the case door closes without difficulty. IMHO, the exclusion of the Advance system is nothing more than a weak ploy to sell newer units.
My sanitizer unit had the UV bulb pre-installed although the instructions indicate that may not always be the case. In any event, the instructions for removal and replacement of the bulb are pretty straightforward and accurately illustrated. The unit has 2 pairs of brush head holders, one for Sonicare brushes and another pair for Oral B. They can be mixed or matched, allowing the user to clean two types of brush heads at one time. The cleaning cycle is initiated by pressing a button on the top of the unit and is clearly indicated by a blue light on the front of the unit and a green flashing LED light on the top. At the end of the ten minute cycle the blue goes out and the LED light becomes solid green. The unit comes with a two warranty.
All in all, I cannot swear it's doing anything but I can say it is one heck of a security blanket.