Brush Heads; Cleaning Recommendations - Oral-B iO Series Manual

In the first days of using any electric toothbrush, your gums may bleed
slightly. In general, bleeding should stop after a few days. Should it
persist after 2 weeks, please consult your dentist or dental hygienist.
If you have sensitive teeth and/or gums, Oral-B recommends using the
«Sensitive» or «Super Sensitive» modes (optional in combination with
an Oral-B «Gentle Care» brush head (g)). Availability of modes may
vary depending on model purchased.
Timer
The timer signals with a short stuttering sound in 30-seconds intervals
to move to the next quadrant of your mouth. A long stuttering sound
indicates the end of the professionally recommended 2-minute
brushing time.
The timer memorizes the elapsed brushing time, even when the
toothbrush is briefly switched off during brushing. The timer resets if
pausing longer than 30 seconds or placing the toothbrush on the
plugged-in charger.
Brushing reward illumination
The completion of a 2-minutes brushing event will be rewarded with a
colorful light ring illumination (b).
Smart Pressure Sensor/ Light Ring (a)
Your toothbrush is equipped with a Smart Pressure Sensor (3) that has
various functionalities indicated via different colors of light (a):
White = Low pressure indicator / default setting
Green = optimal pressure indicator
Red = high pressure indicator
Brushing with the recommended pressure is indicated via a green light.
If too much pressure is applied, a red light reminds you to reduce
pressure. If the Smart Pressure Sensor illuminates in white, we
recommend applying more pressure.
When high pressure is applied the brush head movement will be
reduced (in «Daily Clean», «Intense» and «Sensitive» modes).
Periodically check the operation of the Smart Pressure Sensor by
pressing moderately on the brush head during use.
Brushing modes (depending on model)
Your toothbrush offers different brushing modes:
«Daily Clean» – Standard mode for daily cleaning
«Intense» – For an extraordinary clean feeling (operated with a higher
speed)
«Sensitive» – Gentle, yet thorough cleaning for sensitive areas
«Super Sensitive» – Super gentle cleaning for extra sensitive areas
«Whiten» – Polishing for occasional or everyday use
«Tongue Clean» – Tongue cleaning for occasional or everyday use
«Gum Care» – Gentle massage of gums
Note: The sequence and availability of brushing modes may vary
depending on model purchased.
When operating the «Tongue Clean» mode, we recommend using a
«Gentle Care» brush head (g). You can brush your tongue either with
or without toothpaste. Brush the whole area of your tongue
systematically in gentle movements. The recommended brushing time
is 30 seconds; the motor stops after 30 seconds.
Mode setting:
For first use the toothbrush starts with the first mode illustrated on the
package of your purchased model. To switch to another mode,
successively press the mode button (8). You may change the modes
during the brushing event. The toothbrush automatically starts in the
mode selected last.

Brush heads

Oral-B offers you a variety of different Oral-B iO brush heads (f/g/h) that
only fit your Oral-B iO toothbrush handle. These unique brush heads are
dentist-inspired to leave your mouth feeling clean and refreshed.
When to exchange brush head
Some iO Oral-B brush heads feature INDICATOR® bristles to help you
monitor brush head replacement need. With thorough brushing, twice
a day for two minutes, the bristle color will fade halfway approximately
within 3 months, indicating the need to exchange your brush head. If
the bristles splay before the color recedes, you may be exerting too
much pressure on teeth and gums. In general, we recommend
replacing the brush head every 3 months.
Brush Replacement Reminder
The toothbrush is equipped with a «Brush Replacement Reminder»
indicating the need to exchange the brush head approximately after 3
months when used twice per day. A yellow* light - accompanied by a
vibration signal - will illuminate in the mode button (10).
To reset the «Brush Replacement Reminder» hold the mode button
pressed for 2 seconds. A vibration and illumination signal confirms the
reset. If no action is taken, an automatic reset will happen after several
days.
*may appear orange

Cleaning recommendations

After brushing, rinse your brush head under running water with the
handle switched on. Remove the brush head and clean the handle and
brush head separately. Make sure water runs inside the top of the
handle as well as inside the brush
head. Wipe all parts dry and let
them air-dry before reassembling
your toothbrush again.
Unplug the charger before
cleaning. Clean the charger
regularly with a damp cloth. Please
check individual cleaning
instructions for each accessory in
its «Accessories» paragraph.
Accessories
(depending on model)
Travel Case (d)
Store the clean and dry toothbrush/brush heads in the travel case (d).
The outer and inner case should be cleaned with a damp cloth only.
Note: Clean stains on travel case surface immediately. Store travel case
in a clean and dry place.
Brush head holder stand (e) / Brush head holder with cap (c)
You may store your cleaned brush heads on the pins of the brush head
holders. Make sure brush heads are dried before placing them in the
holder and/or closing the cap. Brush head holders and cap are
dishwasher-safe.
Zipper Case / Magnetic Pouch
Store the clean and dry toothbrush/brush heads in the Zipper Case /
Magnetic pouch.
The outer and inner parts can be cleaned under running water.
Store the clean and dry toothbrush along with the brush head holder
(c) in the magnetic pouch. Make sure brush heads are dried before
placing them into the holder and/or closing the cap. The outer and
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