Back before I had kids, my teeth were great. I only had one cavity my whole life, when I was 12. after 3 pregnancies, and I was pregnant with Serenity, I had 3 cavities. I was shocked, but ok. When I was pregnant with Willow and while I was breastfeeding her, suddenly I developed issues with my teeth. Not only did I end up with 6 more cavities, whenever the dentist would fill a cavity, I still had issues with the tooth. It would ache, or there was a problem with the filling. I even had a tooth break in half, the night before Easter, when Willow was a year old.
I have always brushed my teeth well, used Crest since I was a kid, my mother swore by it, and flossed everyday. But my pregnancies were tough. Serenity and Willow took a lot out of me. I threw up the whole pregnancy, and couldn’t keep many things down. Even my vitamins were thrown up more than they stayed in. And I breastfed Willow for just under 2 years. The dentist said, that all the pregnancies, the trouble with the nutrition during my pregnancies, and the fact that I simply never got enough calcium during or after the pregnacies, contributed a lot to my new teeth problems.
So I have been struggling ever since the broken tooth, to care for my teeth and make sure I do not have any more issues. The dentist said I have to be extra vigilant, because many of my teeth are on the edge of cavities, no matter what I do. So I trying to buy time. As you can imagine, I am not a fan of dental work, because come on, who is. I do not want them messing in my mouth, especially when I am worried that even after they fix it, it just turns into a new problem.
I am always looking for a great way to get my teeth clean and keep them healthy. I have tried a lot of the tooth brushed on the market that swear to clean teeth fantastic and get all the plaque. I have never noticed a real difference in the high-priced brushes or the cheap ones. Until I tried Soladey J3X, an ionic toothbrush.
I was sent the Soladey J3X toothbrush for review and I was excited because it a completely different concept in a toothbrush. Soladey J3X cleans away the plaque and bacteria while brushing , while using little or no tooth paste. It looks like a normal tooth-brush, except at the bottom end, there is a solar panel, like on a calculator. The concept on how it works is very simple. Light strikes the solar panel near the end of the handle, electrons are generated. These electrons move along the lead wire from the negative pole toward the built-in semiconductor (found at the top of the handle, near the area where the brush head is attached). When light strikes the wet semiconductor, which is composed of titanium oxide, electrons are also generated in a process called photocatalytic action. The plating on the metallic body of the toothbrush is specially processed to help raise the electrical current rate. The electrons generated at the solar panel and the semiconductor, these electrons move to the inside of the mouth through saliva. The double electrons then remove the hydrogen ion within dental plaque, allowing the plaque to break down. As a result, dental plaque is easier to remove, brushing is more effective leading to healthier teeth and gums.
Now with all of that, since it isn’t something you can see to know it is working, the only way to know if to see how your mouth feels. I made a point to brush my teeth for the same amount of time, the same way, not trying extra hard, or less hard, to see how my mouth would feel after brushing, with tooth paste. I noticed right away, my mouth felt much cleaner after each brushing, with no extra work. My teeth are crocked and tightly squeezed together in some places, and it can be hard to get my teeth feeling clean in those areas, unless I focus on it and work hard to make sure all the areas are clean. I didn’t have to try hard to get to it. After just regular brushing, my mouth felt great.
I tried the whole brushing without tooth paste. My teeth felt ok. I mean, yes they felt clean, but my mouth felt dirty, and I felt like my breath was awful, and I would still need mouthwash or something. So I still use my toothpaste. I am sure there are ways around the toothpaste, but it just isn’t something for me.
It comes in adult and child sizes and there are replacement brushes, along with different textures and sizes, so you are not having to buy an entire new toothbrush as you need a new one.
Over all I love my new toothbrush. I am really thrilled with how it works and that when I need to replace the head, I can easily order a new one.
Want to try the Soladey J3X Toothbrush? One lucky US/CA reader will win one for themselves. Contest ends October 18, 11:59 pm EST
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humm.. this is interesting. plaque removal is possible with or without toothpaste; ordinary light activates the patented semi-conductor rod and cleans your teeth without abrasives.
This is so cool. I really like that it doesn’t require toothpaste or water! Definitely what I need to get and use on my camping trips. I love this!
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This sounds…interesting lol. I’m not sure I would be satisfied without “minty fresh breath” though.
I don’t think I could go without the toothpaste either. Haven’t heard of this TB before, so thanks for sharing.
My favourite feature is the photo-sensitive titanium rod inside the Soladey ionic brush converts light into negatively-charged ions (electrons)
This sounds great, i would love to have one for everyone in the family
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My favorite feature is the light activated dioxide rod
I like that the head is replaceable. This is a very interesting concept. Would like to try it!
I appreciate that it can be used with toothpaste, even if a small amount, because I, too, would find it hard to go without. I like that studies have shown it to be as effective as the plaque-removing tools the dentist uses!
Thanks!
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Like that plaque is disintegrated
I love that the replacement heads are about the same price as a conventional toothbrush!
I had not heard of this before…No toothpaste needed is bizarre but I’d love to try it!
light-activated titanium dioxide rod inside handle
inexpensive replaceable heads
No toothpaste is necessary. I can brush after every meal anywhere.
I would love to try the Soladey ionic brush because it could help control and reduce the bacteria responsible for plaque.!
Thank You!
I like that teeth can feel cleaner and whiter without using toothpaste or water.
inexpensive replacement head.
I like that it doesn’t need toothpaste, What an interesting product!
it cleans with or w/o toothpaste??
Love the fact that it doesn’t need toothpaste.
Inexpensive heads
like the replaceable head
I like the light in the handle feature.
I like that it is simpler. You dont need toothpaste…
the light activated dioxide rod sonds neat
that toothpaste is not required
I like the light in the handle.
Looks cool:D I would love a good toothbrush~
My fave feature is that you can use no toothpaste
brush away
I would like to try one.
I would love to win this prize.
Definitely want to try one.
Cheap replacement heads would be awesome.
I love that this is all natural!
I like the light on it!
I think the light activated thing is unique and cool.
NO TOOTHPASTE OR WATER
you don’t need toothpaste
I really like that plaque is disintegrated
i love how you dont need toothpaste.
favorite feature is
TOOTHPASTE IS UNNECESSARY
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Sounds different and I would love to try this.
I like that I’d be able to save money on Toothpaste, as well as the replacement heads for this fancy device are very affordable.
It cleans with or without toothpaste
That it doesn’t require toothpaste
I like that you don’t have to use toothpaste…it would be good for on the go.
I like that it reduces cavities
Toothpaste is not required as water (saliva) is the acting ingredient
I like that it removes plaque without toothpaste.
Thanks!
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I love that with sensible card the handle will last a lifetime.
I like that you don’t have to use toothpaste. I hate toothpaste. I sometimes substitute soap for toothpaste because I hate toothpaste so much…(not that I love soap so much; I just hate toothpaste)–even though some of my best friends use toothpaste.
I love the fact that the replacement heads don’t cost an arm and a leg. Great!
I like that you dont even need toothpaste.
I like that its light activated.
I like that the handle will last a lifetime
light-activated titanium dioxide rod is cool
my favorite feature is that you do not have to use toothpaste or water!
I like that it Reduces bacteria and plaque
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its a cavitiy reducer
I like that the replacement heads are affordable
Not only is basically solar powered, but you don’t need toothpaste.
It’s pretty cool that you don’t need toothpaste. I’ve never heard of that.
i like that it reduces bacteria that causes plaque
I like the replaceable head…it makes it very affordable to have a higher quality toothbrush
i like that it is all natural – no toothpaste or water!
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No tooth paste, amazing
doesn’t use toothpaste and uses saliva??? sounds weird. I’m game!
No toothpaste sounds great to me!
Toothpaste isn’t required
like that you do not have to use toothpaste!
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no toothpaste needed
The optional toothpaste is so interesting to me
I like that it effectively cleans without toothpaste – although I would use toothpaste anyways! But its good to know!
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