Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Product Review

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My teeth and gums feel cleaner
I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
The brush is easy and comfortable to use
Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health
Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite :
4.62 out of 5 based on 164 reviews.

Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite reviewFor teeth up to two shades whiter in just two weeks.[1]

Set your HealthyWhite toothbrush to the Clean & White mode and that’s just what your smile will be.

Everybody loves a bright white smile. HealthyWhite is the first sonic toothbrush specially designed to whiten teeth up to two shades in just two weeks.[1]

Clinically proven to effortlessly remove everyday stains, such as coffee, tea, red wine, and tobacco, HealthyWhite also extends the results of professional whitening treatments.

HealthyWhite uses Sonic technology, utilising a dynamic cleaning action that drives fluid between teeth and along the gum line for improved oral health.

With 3 weeks of battery life, a 2 year warranty and a 28 day money back guarantee, Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite is sure to make your smile whiter and brighter!

 

 

 

Find out more about the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite by visiting here

The Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite is available from: Shaver Shop, Harvey Norman, Myer, David Jones, Big W, The Good Guys, Priceline and selected retailers.

[1] Master A, Jenkins W, Putt M, Milleman J, Wei J, Strate J. Evaluation of Tooth ShadeChange Following Sonic Toothbrush Use. J Dent Res 88 (spec Iss A): 2581, 2009,in vivo study of 20 adult patients 

Meet the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite product review team

How the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite product review works

In the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite product review, Mouths of Mums members and their partners have been asked to replace their current manual toothbrushes with the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite electric toothbrush.  Over the course of a month, they are charting their opinions, reactions and results as part of the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite product review …

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Published 13th February 2014


  • good brushing experience

    As far as electric toothbrushes go, the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite is a good brushing experience. I do find moisture inside the handle area. I'm thinking that this will limit the life of the product over time. The handle is not completely tight. I have my old Sonicare which worked for many years but I did clean it most days.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Sensational Sonicare

    I read the reviews of Philips Sonicare Healthy White by Mom’s community members and I decided to try it as I love looking after my teeth. Dental care and oral hygiene is high on my list and important for my overall health and that of my family. In addition; we were lucky enough to win a Sonicare for Kids toothbrush thanks to Mom’s. It is another wonderful toothbrush from Sonicare. Very happy with these wonderful products!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Like a professional clean every day !

    Love my Phillips Sonic Care "Healthy White" toothbrush ! I will never go back to brushing with a "manual" toothbrush ever again ! My teeth have never looked so white or felt so clean ! Clever design - perfect for a couple (a spot for each brush-head - which can be 'colour-coded" so you know who's brush is who's !) It doesn't take long to charge & holds its charge for quite a while ! I would highly recommend this toothbrush to anyone wanting to buy an electric toothbrush !
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • brillant!

    After using this product for approx 6 weeks now.. i can honestly say i am really impressed. All other electric toothbrushes i have used are such a let down now compare to this one. Really really brillant product and once again good work to philips! I will be buying more of these for the rest of my family!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • So happy with it!

    I can't tell you just how happy I am with the healthywhite toothbrush, my teeth, gums and mouth are so clean and now the coffee and tea stains are no more!! Had a visit at the dentist the other day and he was very impressed with my teeth and commented on how healthy my gums are and how clean my teeth are. Definitely throw away your manual toothbrush and get yourselves one of these, your mouth will love you for it!!!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Week 4

    Thank you for allowing my partner and I to review the Philips Sonicare. It has been a real eye opener to what my regular toothbrush was lacking. My teeth and gums have never looked so great. The Sonicare was so easy to use, easy to clean and most importantly made a big improvement to my teeth and gums .... I loved it!!! Thanks :)
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Week 4 .... Awesome!!!!

    Wow what a difference 4 weeks has made to my teeth and gums. In a nut shell the Philips Sonicare was so easy to use it was so gently on my gums and has taken away some unwanted stains that I have been trying to get rid of for a very long time. I am smiling again with confidence ... thank you so much for letting me review such an awesome product!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • I recomend this tootbrush to anyone

    I am so glad that my wife got to try this tootbrush and I was lucky to try it too. Its simply brilliant and does fantastic job of cleaning the teeth. I recomend it to anyone.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Week 4 final week

    I've now been using this amazing toothbrush for a month and I'm am so happy with the results! My teeth are so clean and defiantly much whiter. I love that feeling at the end of the day when I brush my teeth before going to bed and they feel just so clean I can't stop tubing my tongue over them. Very Happy with the results and can easily say I'll never go back to brushing manually again!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Week 4

    Onto week 4 and my teeth are feeling and looking amazing. My gum health has improved and it has removed nearly all plaque from my teeth aswell as whitening them at least 3 shades lighter. I'm so glad to have been able to take part in this review and will continue to recommend this toothbrush.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • It's like getting your teeth cleaned by the Dentist!

    I was given one of the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite toothbrushes as a Christmas present by my father. At the time, I wasn't that impressed. I thought it was a boring present.

    However, after using it, I can understand why he was raving about it and why he bought me one for Christmas! After you use it and feel your teeth with your tongue, it really does feel like you have been to the Dentist for a check up and clean! It's amazing.

    I have no doubt that my teeth as cleaner now than they have ever been! Using this toothbrush has improved my dental hygiene and I would recommend it to everyone!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • good brushing experience

    As far as electric toothbrushes go, the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite is a good brushing experience. I do find moisture inside the handle area. I'm thinking that this will limit the life of the product over time. The handle is not completely tight. I have my old Sonicare which worked for many years but I did clean it most days.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Sensational Sonicare

    I read the reviews of Philips Sonicare Healthy White by Mom’s community members and I decided to try it as I love looking after my teeth. Dental care and oral hygiene is high on my list and important for my overall health and that of my family. In addition; we were lucky enough to win a Sonicare for Kids toothbrush thanks to Mom’s. It is another wonderful toothbrush from Sonicare. Very happy with these wonderful products!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Sonicare

    I read the reviews of Philips Sonicare Healthy White by Mom’s community members and I decided to try it as I love looking after my teeth. Dental care and oral hygiene is high on my list and important for my overall health. I have been very happy with the results.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Best Toothbrush On The Market 5*****

    LOVE this toothbrush ! Mt teeth have never looks so good - even my dentist agrees ! Gets your teeth sparkling clean - you will notice a dramatic difference even after the first time of using it ! It has 2 modes , one for overall brushing - then an extra powerfull burst which gets the front teeth sparkling clean ! I will never go back to a manual toothbrush ! Even my gums are healthier & cleaner ! I would recommend this toothbrush to anyone - I am even going to buy this for my kids.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Like a professional clean every day !

    Love my Phillips Sonic Care "Healthy White" toothbrush ! I will never go back to brushing with a "manual" toothbrush ever again ! My teeth have never looked so white or felt so clean ! Clever design - perfect for a couple (a spot for each brush-head - which can be 'colour-coded" so you know who's brush is who's !) It doesn't take long to charge & holds its charge for quite a while ! I would highly recommend this toothbrush to anyone wanting to buy an electric toothbrush !
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Best Toothbrush EVER !

    I love my Phillips Sonic Care "Healthy White" toothbrush - my teeth have never looked or felt better ! Gets them amazingly sparkling clean & I can definitely see an improvement in the whiteness ! On my last trip to the dentist - my teeth were so clean I didn't even require a professional cleaning ! I will never go back to using a manual toothbrush ever again - love , love , love this product ... 10 1/2 Stars !
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Teeth so clean my dentist only wants to see us once a year!

    We've had electric toothbrushes for years, but since purchasing the Philips SonicCare 2 years ago I've loved the clean feeling it gives and my dentist noticed the difference too. It is quiet and smooth to use and the battery lasts a long time on one charge. Mine is 2 years old now and still recharge (and hold charge) reliably.

    The only thing I don't like is how expensive the replacement heads are, and they rarely come on sale
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Never going back to a manual tooth brush

    After 30+ years of use of a manual toothbrush, being able to try the Phillips Sonicare has given me the opportunity to see how clean and healthy my teeth look after using it. This product does what is says and is not difficult to use in any level. The results are amazing and I happy with my whiter teeth. I would like to see the handle a bit more soft and curvy.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Great clean

    Really great product, perfect introduction to an electric toothbrush for any beginners. The instructions are concise and the brush timer remind you to move at an even pace so as to cover all areas of the teeth and gums.

    From having a dental clean just prior to beginning using this product it has certainly maintained visibly clean and healthy gums and teeth. I'd still like to see a curved shaft to aid reaching the inner teeth/gum line without rattling other teeth. Would definitely recommend it(already have) to others.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • 6 weeks on.

    So like my heading states we are 6 weeks on.. My teeth are atleast 3-4 shades lighter then when i started with this toothbrush. My teeth also feel alot cleaner and i must admit the cleanest they have felt i years. I have recommended this to all family and friends as i think its that great!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • brillant!

    After using this product for approx 6 weeks now.. i can honestly say i am really impressed. All other electric toothbrushes i have used are such a let down now compare to this one. Really really brillant product and once again good work to philips! I will be buying more of these for the rest of my family!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • effective!

    Last review here but had to sum up the experience. I had my dentist check my shades again and I have gone up 1 shade in the time of the review but considering I am now a 2 I'm rather happy with that result! Going to continue using this toothbrush but honestly don't expect the 2 shade lift to a 1 as that may be too much of an ask! Overall a brilliant toothbrush and we will be buying a seperate one for the kids!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • So happy with it!

    I can't tell you just how happy I am with the healthywhite toothbrush, my teeth, gums and mouth are so clean and now the coffee and tea stains are no more!! Had a visit at the dentist the other day and he was very impressed with my teeth and commented on how healthy my gums are and how clean my teeth are. Definitely throw away your manual toothbrush and get yourselves one of these, your mouth will love you for it!!!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Getting better

    It took some getting used to the vibrations that would stay around after I finished brushing. I can already see a difference in the colour of my teeth which is great as well. My gums and teeth have never really felt this clean and healthy before and my kids have even noticed.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Still smiling

    I'm finding that if I have a sensitive tooth day not to use the whitening option and it's all good for the following day. My teeth are looking better than they ever have. I find myself smiling more around people and not hiding my teeth all the time so that I'm more confident after using this toothbrush.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Awesome battery life

    I was a bit skeptical about the battery life feature, but to my surprise it actually has lasted almost 4 weeks. I think having a toothbrush with such great battery life is great for traveling or even camping where is difficult to access power sources to recharge it, truly amazing!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Great product, would buy it again

    I am extremely happy with the electric toothbrush and have been using it daily for about six weeks now. It's brilliant in every way.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • My teeth continue to feel cleaner

    The toothbrush has been keeping its charge for a long time. My teeth feel very clean and I like using it in place of a regular toothbrush. When I'm in too much of a hurry to brush for the full two minutes, sometimes I find it hard to find the button to turn it off.
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health


  • Put to the Travel Test

    Our first recharge for the Philips Sonciare Healthy White was not until almost three weeks, so we were confident to take it on our recent overseas holiday. We particularly like that the unit still fits conveniently into a regular toiletry bag as the charger is not required. Pleased to report we were gone well over a week and it more than lasted to the distance!
    My teeth and gums feel cleaner
    I would recommend the HealthyWhite to everyone
    The brush is easy and comfortable to use
    Sonicare is a brand I would trust with my family's Oral Health

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Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.

What if I’m overreacting?
What if I’ve got it wrong?

So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.

It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.

Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.

Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise

According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.

“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.

Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital

While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.

So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.

“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.

Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone

A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.

You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.

Leticia gets it.

“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”

But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.

Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.

“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”

Remember, we know our children better than anyone.

What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process

If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.

Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
  2. Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
  3. Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.

You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.

What should you actually look out for?

Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.

Things like:

  • Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
  • Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
  • Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
  • Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
  • Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
  • Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse

And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.

That’s enough.

“You are helping us, not bothering us”

If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.

“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.

“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”

The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.

“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”

And if you’re still worried about being judged?

“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”

Find out more, visit health.nsw.gov.au/raiseit

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with NSW Health to bring you this important article.

  • You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.

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  • A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!

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  • Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
    So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.

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  • This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.

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  • It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.

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  • How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!

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  • This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.

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  • This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.

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  • I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.

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