In today’s world of passing fads and trends, it’s always a pleasant surprise to find a product that can withstand the test of time and live up to the hype. As a dental healthcare provider, I’ve heard about a lot of crazes from my patients, such as brushing with lemon juice and baking soda or activated charcoal. When I first heard of Quip, I was a little skeptical. But when I heard more and more good things from my patients, I had to try it out for myself. Here is what I found.
Lightweight Design
The slim, lightweight design feels like a traditional toothbrush, which is a nice change from the usual electric toothbrushes. While those are excellent for getting a thorough clean, some patients find the design to be chunky and brushing awkward. One thing I love to tell my patients is to make the brushing experience as effortless as possible. That way, there’s as little resistance as possible and you’re less likely to skip out on your routine oral regimen. The design is also great because it’s easily transportable. When I go on a trip, it’s easy to bring along.
Internal Timer & Gentle Vibrations
Another great feature I found useful to the brushing experience was the internal timer that notifies me when I’ve brushed for exactly two minutes. If you’re not aware of the rule, let me refresh your memory. The recommended oral healthcare routine is to brush twice a day for two minutes each time and to floss at least once a day. This timer allows you to make sure that two minutes is really two minutes, and not just an unreliable guesstimate. Something that interested me about Quip was that the bristles vibrate, instead of rotating like traditional electric toothbrushes. The vibrations still help break up plaque but are easier on the teeth and gums. Several of my patients reported less sore gums while using Quip.
Replacement Brush Head Subscription
As a dentist and an avid brushing enthusiast, one of my favorite aspects of this toothbrush is the automation feature. To ensure that you replace the brush head on a regular basis, you can subscribe to get a new brush head every three months. My patients often look like a kid with their hand caught in the candy jar when I ask them how regularly they replace their toothbrush or brush head. Despite my warnings that bacteria love to live on your toothbrush and that’s why it must be replaced, some of my patients just don’t feel motivated or can’t remember. One guy even told me that he would like to change his traditional electric toothbrush out, but it was too expensive for him. Quip solves both of these problems with their subscription plan that sends you a new brush head for a price that can fit most of, if not all, my patients’ budgets.
A 5-Star Product
I love to recommend this product to all my patients. It’s not only efficient but effective, which means it saves money by cutting down on expensive treatments that are caused by bad brushing habits or unnecessary exposure to bacteria from an old toothbrush. All my dentist and hygienist friends use Quip (myself included!). I’m more than happy to say that this product really puts its money where its mouth is. It’s easy to endorse a product when it delivers real results and takes care of my patients’ teeth and gums. Thanks, Quip!
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