Kao Clear Clean Tooth Surface & Gap Plus Toothbrush, Compact

Brush gently. Excessive pressure can damage the gums and shortens the life of the brush. Replace the brush when the bristles splay. For personal use only; do not share a toothbrush. Rinse thoroughly after use and store upright somewhere it can dry. Not heat resistant above 80°C, so do not sterilise in boiling water or a dishwasher. Keep out of reach of young children. If you have gum sensitivity, bleeding gums, or any dental condition, consult your dentist about the right brush for you.

Brush with the tips of the bristles, using light pressure and small strokes rather than long sweeps. This is the part most people get wrong: pressing harder does not clean better, it wears down the bristles and irritates the gums.

Work through the mouth in sections so nothing gets skipped, and give the back molars the time they need. The compact head is there to make that easier.

Replace the brush once the bristles begin to splay outward. A splayed brush stops cleaning properly long before it looks worn out, and most people keep theirs considerably longer than they should. If you want a simple rule, every three months.

The identification number Q52 is printed on the packaging. Kao use it so you can buy the same model again without deciphering the range, which is genuinely useful once you find one you like.

What makes the Clear Clean Tooth Surface & Gap Plus different from a normal toothbrush?

It combines two bristle types on a single head. Rounded bristle tips clean the uneven surfaces of the teeth, while ultra-fine bristles reach into the gaps between them. Most toothbrushes use only one bristle type and therefore do one job well and the other poorly.

How firm are the bristles?

Medium. Firm enough to clean effectively, and gentle enough for twice-daily use.

Can I choose the colour?

No. Kao supply this brush in assorted colours and the colour cannot be selected, so your brush will arrive at random.

Is the head small?

Yes. It has a compact head length with a standard width, which makes it easier to reach the back molars and suits smaller mouths.

When should the toothbrush be replaced?

When the bristles start to splay outward, or roughly every three months. A splayed brush cleans noticeably less well even if it still looks usable.

Does this replace flossing?

No. The ultra-fine bristles reach further into the gaps between teeth than a standard brush, but they are not a substitute for floss or interdental brushes.

What is the identification number for?

Kao print an identification number, Q52 for this model, on the packaging so you can repurchase the same brush without working through the whole range.