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Electric toothbrushes

Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 6100 (HX6871)

By Philips Sonicare

A sonic brush with three modes and three intensities, including a gum-care mode. Philips says it is suitable for use with braces, fillings, crowns and veneers – still worth confirming with your own dental team.

Where to buy

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Key features

  • Built-in pressure sensor
  • Three modes (Clean, White, Gum Care) and three intensity settings
  • Gum Care mode adds an extra minute of lower-power brushing
  • Two BrushSync features, including mode pairing with compatible brush heads
  • Supplied with a travel case
  • Philips states it is suitable for braces, fillings, crowns and veneers

Features as described by the manufacturer, checked September 2026. We haven’t independently tested this product.

Can be useful for

A product can support daily care but can’t treat a dental problem on its own. See a dentist if symptoms persist.

Choosing electric toothbrushes

  • Prioritise a pressure sensor and a two-minute timer with 30-second prompts.
  • Check the cost and availability of replacement heads – you'll need a new one every three months.
  • Choose soft brush heads, especially if you have sensitive teeth or gums.
  • Extra modes, apps and cases are optional – a basic daily clean mode is enough for most people.
  • If you wear braces or have implants, ask your dental team which brush head they recommend.

Read our full buying guide for electric toothbrushes

Sources we used

Checked September 2026. Guidance changes, so always follow the advice of your own dental team. About our sources.