10 Best Electric Toothbrushes for Kids & Toddlers

Design

Simply scan the code on the toothbrush packaging and your little girl will be able to brush, brush, brush the cavity germ away with her favorite Disney Princess while listening to the some of the Princess’s songs and phrases! This is an ideal way to make sure that she brushes for the entire 2 minutes as recommended by the American Dental Association, and keeps those beautiful pearly whites shining clean!

Effectiveness

When looking for effectiveness in an electric toothbrush it is important that the brush is able to reach all the teeth, clean, and stimulate the gum line. This electric toothbrush by Oral B featuring the Disney Princesses is able to effectively be able to do that with the rotating powerhead. The powerhead is effective is to clean the teeth and surrounding areas plus all the different surfaces.

Protection

Each of the bristles featured on this electric toothbrush features extra soft bristles. The extra soft bristles are able to gently clean their teeth and gum lines without worrying about hurting. It is not safe to use a hard based bristle brush on little ones as it can irritate their gums and damage their teeth.

Ease of use

This brush utilizes both a traditional stationary brush head as well as a circular rotating head that can clean multiple surfaces at once. This electric toothbrush is battery powered so there is no worry about hanging cords or finding a free outlet to plug in yet another device.

Design

The waterproof handle is specially made for small hands, so they can grip the brush well. Included are the power toothbrush, a charging station, and two refill toothbrush heads. Running on rechargeable, built-in batteries, this toothbrush will also negate the need to keep buying batteries.

Effectiveness

The longer the child brushes their teeth each time, the more secret images they can unlock with the app. It has a personal calendar to track the child’s brushing progress where they can earn rewardsIt is a fantastic way to encourage good brushing habits while having fun too.

Protection

With this brush, kids will want to brush their teeth every day and do it for the required amount of time to get all of their teeth clean. This toothbrush features a round head designed to get into tooth crevices that children tend to miss. Research shows that proper oral health requires at least two minutes of continuous brushing and the music app included with this toothbrush will keep your child entertained with their favorite Frozen songs to keep them brushing

Ease of use

The beauty of this electric toothbrush is that the Disney Magic Timer App comes with the purchase of the brush. With this app, kids can brush along with their favorite Frozen characters.

Design

Multiple voltage options allow you to customize the amount of vibration that your child is comfortable with and slowly work up to the maximum which provides more than 62,000 brush movements per minute. It has three separate modes of brushing. They are the white mode, the clean mode, and the sensitive mode.

Effectiveness

This toothbrush is perfect for children with overly sensitive teeth or those who have never used an electric toothbrush before. With the Sonic Technology of the manufacturer, the fluid action will clean along the gum line and in-between teeth every time your child uses this brush for the recommended two minutes. A timer is included to ensure an adequate brushing time. This electric brush performs soothing teeth and gum cleaning plus tender daily whitening. It is available in four different colors and will increase the whiteness of teeth in just two weeks.

Protection

This brush also features a special sensitive mode to give your little one a softer brush if needed. This Sonicare brush from Philips boasts that it can increase the whiteness of your teeth by two shades in as little as two weeks of regular use. This is wonderful, especially for those kids that are very reluctant to brush. Good results will be had in a short amount of time.

Ease of use

It will also automatically build the power from a low voltage to a higher one over the course of the first week or 14 uses, allowing your child to get used to it gradually. A travel case and charger are supplied with this item, so it can be used on-the-go or away from home with ease. If your child has sensitive mouth issues, then this may be the perfect electric toothbrush for them.

Design

This toothbrush features the fun character from the popular movie Finding Dory. It is also compatible with the Disney Magic Timer App which plays music and phrases from your child’s favorite Disney movies.

Effectiveness

Combining familiar characters with music is the perfect way to ensure that your little one is brushing for the entire recommended two minutes. The powerful rotating head surrounds, reaches, and thoroughly cleans the teeth and gums for a wonderfully clean feeling.

Protection

It has very soft bristles that clean as gently as any manual soft toothbrush, so kids will not be put off by hard bristles on their teeth and gums.

Ease of use

Sometimes electric toothbrushes are not always the most comfortable in the mouth because the bristles are harder than a manual brush. This brush from Oral-B has very soft bristles that are not hard on the teeth and gums yet cleans the mouth very well. This can help instill proper oral care habits at a young age. It is perfect for kids three-years-old and older to begin their lifetime regimen of brushing their teeth daily. The handle fits small hands well because it is specifically made for young children. The required battery for operation is included, so kids can begin using the toothbrush right away.The handle has a colorful image of the Finding Dory characters from the Disney movie to encourage regular brushing and good hygiene habits.

Design

One of these images is on each electric toothbrush of red or green. The choice of character is random, but a downloadable App that comes with the Oral-B or Crest purchase will give kids a chance to guess the secret personalities of Star Wars. When your child chews food, the flat, top surfaces of their teeth not only accumulate food particles that can turn into plaque but also wear and tear. Boys and girls will both love these Star Wars-themed electric toothbrushes to make brushing teeth more enjoyable.

Effectiveness

Over time, the enamel on these parts of the tooth can be worn down causing it to be more susceptible to cavities. This toothbrush utilizes a raised center row of bristles designed specifically for these flatter tooth surfaces.

Protection

These bristles dig into the nooks and crannies in the center of your little one’s teeth to remove food particles and plaque and helps prevent enamel degradation.

Ease of use

The powerful rotating heads of the brush surrounds and thoroughly cleans the gums and teeth. Very soft bristles clean so much better than regular manual toothbrushes. The raised row of bristles in the center help clean the well-used chewing surfaces of the mouth. To make sure kids are brushing the recommended two minutes each time they brush, an included Disney Magic Timer will time them.

Design

The contoured bristles and angled neck provide comfort while brushing. Reminder bristles in the head fade away when the head needs to be replaced, so you do not have to remember to change it yourself. The toothbrush is rechargeable with a two-week life in-between charges. An included two-minute timer will help with the recommended brushing time, and the bristles are soft enough for those with braces or sensitive teeth. The base for charging the brush is included, as well as a travel cap and case for on-the-go brushing. The manufacturer offers a two-year warranty on this product.

Effectiveness

The sweeping motion of the bristles drive the fluids deep into the hard to reach places in the mouth. This toothbrush even has a blinking indicator light to notify you when it needs recharging.

Protection

Each minute of brushing cleans your teeth with 31,000 brush strokes to remove all harmful bacteria and particles

Ease of use

Electric toothbrushes are an ideal way to help instill proper oral health habits in children. Manual brushes can take a long time to thoroughly clean your little one’s teeth and with toddlers, patience and attention span are often virtues...not reality. By employing an electric toothbrush such as the Philips Sonicate, your kiddo receives twice the brushing power in half the time.

Design

Keep those little ones engaged as they brush their teeth and also work to learn how to brush their teeth on their own with this smart device designed toothbrush. Not only is the brush designed to make the whole experience interactive, but the brush is also able to deliver cleaning power that will help kids develop an oral hygiene routine that will continue throughout their lives.

Effectiveness

Get those kids excited about brushing their teeth with a toothbrush that has an interactive app that educates them about oral hygiene and what it means to make sure that they clean their teeth effectively. The app features rewards that are fun for each session that they complete plus it even keeps track of making sure they are really brushing their teeth.

Protection

When brushing their teeth with an electric toothbrush it is important that the kids move throughout their mouth to clean their entire mouth plus it keeps them from damaging their teeth and gums. The interactive design of the brush features a Kidpacer alert that indicates to them to move throughout the mouth to the next quadrant.

Ease of Use

Getting kids to brush their teeth with this awesome electric toothbrush is easier than ever. Not only does the interactive app keep them accountable for brushing, but they will love using the brush. It is easy to use with a one button design. The brush also features eight interchangeable stickers that the little ones will love using to customize the look and make it their own.

Design

The best part about this adorable crocodile-themed toothbrush is that it is just one part of a whole oral care set. Kids can choose from a green crocodile, blue bear, purple pony, or a yellow giraffe for the animal they want on their electric toothbrush from Brusheez. By including additional toothbrush heads, a cup, and a timer, your child has all of the tools they need to start learning proper oral hygiene habits. An extra brush head comes with the item in another color to provide variation to keep the child interested in brushing their teeth. This brushing set includes a stand and storage base, a two-minute sand timer, a rinse cup, a brushing chart, and a replacement head. The base keeps all parts organized and neat, plus it can be mounted to the wall with the included hardware. This is a wonderful set to encourage a good brushing regimen for kids three and older. The rinse cup promotes thorough rinsing before and after brushing, and the brushing chart tracks a child’s brushing for the week. Additional brushing charts can be downloaded from the Brusheez website.

Effectiveness

The sand-timer flows for exactly two minutes which is the recommended length of time, as per the American Dental Association, to receive a proper cleaning. With the two-minute sand timer, children will know when the proper brushing time of two minutes ends.

Protection

Your little one will also get a chance to practice the all-important "swish and spit" with the included water cup which can help prepare them to transition to a fluoride-containing toothpaste. The animal cover protects the brush head from bacteria, dust, and other various germs when not in use.

Ease of use

The Brusheez set comes in four choices of fun, colorful animal themes to get your child excited about brushing their teeth. All four animals have a different color replacement head to further the joy of a clean, healthy set of teeth.

Design

The design of this electric toothbrush is different than most because of the curved bristles and the long tuft of bristles at the top of the brush. These modifications ensure that your brushing experience is effective and efficient. The included patented Sonic technology gives 31,000 strokes of the brush each minute. It has a two-minute timer to ensure proper time length of each brushing, and the toothbrush is safe for sensitive mouths and those with braces. A two-color indicator on the battery charger will alert you when it is time to recharge the brush, and the item will last for up to two weeks in-between charges.

Effectiveness

Switching to an electric toothbrush can be a frightening experience for some children. These toothbrushes are loud, they move, and they shake, all of which are very new concepts for your child. It removes up to six times as much plaque as a regular, manual toothbrush, plus it has an intrinsic grip for the best comfort.

Protection

For the first week or the first 14 uses, this toothbrush will slowly amp up the power and vibration levels allowing your child time to get used to the new sensations.

Ease of use

Fortunately, the Sonicare 2 series toothbrush has taken this into account and provided an easy-start method to help wean your child into using this new type of brush. Bristle heads replace with just a simple snap, and the materials are easy to clean for both the handle and the head. A large bristle count on the brush ensures constant contact with teeth as you brush. Kids will love the feel and comfort of this electric toothbrush and parents will love the fabulous results.

Design

It has the same powerful sonic technology that allows it to dislodge plaque and tartar from the surface of the teeth as well as debris from the gums and in between dentition.

Effectiveness

This toothbrush utilizes specialized sonic technology to provide your child with a gentle and thorough cleaning. As your child brushes, fluid is driven between the teeth and along the gum line similar to professional cleaning.

Protection

This smooth fluid movement helps remove plaque that can often be missed by beginners and prevents cavities from forming. The technology put into the Essence 5600 is one of the foundations of Philips’ success in electronic dental care products. While it is the one of the basic models, it is still very effective in terms of cleaning the teeth.

Ease of use

It also has the same KidTimer feature although they call it the 2-minute Smartimer. So, should you get the Essence 5600? Or the HX6311 or the HX6321 instead? Whichever model you’ll choose, you can bet Philips’ Sonicare products will care for the oral health of your children.