Meet Samba, the new toothbrush from Curaprox. It's an interesting concept.
It uses a combination of high and low frequency movements, a flexible brush head and a thin 12,900 bristles structure. This design allows Samba to clean all 36 surfaces of the teeth. The really interesting thing about it is that all of this happens without having to move your hand.
Basically, the user puts their teeth into the 'U' shaped brush head and turns on the unit. The bristles move independently so all the user needs to do is get it in place and hit the button. It allows the user to clean an entire arch in only 30 seconds. Once it shuts off, the user flips it over and then brushes the other arch.
For years, dentists have advised patients to brush for 2 minutes. Of course with the traditional toothbrush design this requires the user to put the brush where it needs to go. That means cheek side, top, and tongues side. Since Samba cleans all of those sides at the same time, less time is needed.
Samba could also be a good solution for patients with impaired dexterity. Many older folks lose grip strength and manual dexterity as they age. With a large handle and no need to move, those people may find this to be a much better solution.
The company is sending me a unit for a personal trial and after I've used it a bit, I'll post again about my experience.
Here's what the company has to say about it:
Samba is the first toothbrush created explicitly to allow people with disabilities to brush their teeth effectively and independently. Developed over eight years by an Israeli startup and introduced by the Swiss premium oral care brand Curaprox, Samba automates the brushing process and opens the door to a healthier future for millions of people in the U.S. and worldwide.
People with physical and mental disabilities currently have two options when it comes to brushing thir teeth - rely on a family member or a caregiver, or brush on their own and compromise their health with subpar cleaning; leaving 88% of them suffering from dental problems. That’s where Samba comes in.
By eliminating the need to move your hand, Samba grants everyone daily independence to eliminate the health risks associated with inadequate brushing. It is the first toothbrush to combine both low- and high-frequency oscillations in its brushing movement, driving 12,900 soft bristles along the teeth for a superior, effortless clean.
MSRP: $299
Learn more at enjoy.curaprox.com/us/product/samba.
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