Solar powered toothbrush (no toothpaste!)

As you know, we've been getting interested in the world of solar-powered products. So when we came across this solar paneled toothbrush that works without toothpaste, we couldn't not tell you about it.

It's manufactured by the Japanese company, Shiken. Check it out!


It works using solar energy and requires the same levels of light as a solar powered calculator. The solar panel is right at the bottom of the brush. It transmits electrons to the head which reacts with the acidity of your saliva to destroy bacteria and plaque. Here's how it works:

The end for toothpaste?

Only the future will tell. In any case, if it works as well as the company says, I'll be first in the queue to get one.

What the pros think

If there are any dentists reading, do please let us know what you think. We'd be interested to get your point of view.


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