I have used normal manual toothbrushes since I was young but have been hearing about power toothbrushes for a while now and since I wanted to find a more effective toothbrush I decided to give an electric toothbrush a try. Seeing and hearing about the Ultreo Ultrasound intrigued me enough to make the change.

The Ultreo Ultrasound has features which make it different from other electric toothbrushes available:

• Brushing interval signal informing you when to move to the next quadrant

• Patented ultrasound waveguide which uses bubbles to clean

• Automated shut-off timer which allows you to know when to stop brushing

• Brush head replacement indicator

• Sonic bristled with power tip

• Battery charge indicator

You will notice these features when you compare the Ultreo Ultrasound with other makes. The importance of some of these features such as shut-off timer and brushing interval signal is widely commented on in most reviews I read, and I have certainly noticed these features myself. I realized I had not been brushing long enough and was not covering each area of my mouth uniformly, in other words not spending the same amount of time in each area which is very important.

It may take a while getting used to brushing with the Ultreo Ultrasound after using a regular toothbrush as it is quite different. It took me a few days to get used to the feeling but I did then start to realise how much cleaner and whiter my teeth were getting. That made me start to enjoy brushing more and I noticed the difference in my gums as well in only a few weeks.

The technology behind the Ultreo Ultrasound toothbrush is not only intended to clean your teeth, it is also meant to prevent gingivitis. The gums are massaged with ultrasound bubbles, which removes debris and gets rid of plaque. You will find that your dentist will confirm the difference in your teeth when you start using the Ultreo Ultrasound.

The only drawback to the product is the price, but if it results in requiring less dental work, and we all know how hugely expensive that is, then it actually seems a very inexpensive purchase. You will be able to buy a normal electric toothbrush for around half the price but without the ultrasound technology or other features that the Ultreo Ultrasound has.

Having tried it, I know I am taking care of my teeth much better, and I don't need my dentist to tell me, though I'm sure I'll start to notice a reduction in my dental bills in the future, and my smile feels and looks so much better.