Philips FlexCare hx6972 User Manual page 12

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2 Place the toothbrush bristles against the teeth at a slight angle (45
degrees), pressing firmly to make the bristles reach the gumline or
slightly beneath the gumline. A change in vibration (and a slight
change in sound) alerts you when you apply too much pressure
while brushing. (Fig. 6)
Note: Keep the center of the brush in contact with the teeth at all
times.
3 Press the power on/off button to switch on the Philips Sonicare.
(Fig. 7)
4 Apply light pressure to maximize Philips Sonicare's effectiveness
and let the Philips Sonicare toothbrush do the brushing for you.
Do not scrub.
5 Gently move the brush head slowly across the teeth in a small
back and forth motion so the longer bristles reach between your
teeth (Fig. 8). Continue this motion throughout the brushing cycle.
6 To clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, tilt the brush handle
semi-upright and make several vertical overlapping brushing
strokes on each tooth (Fig. 9).
7 Begin brushing in section 1 (outside upper teeth) and brush for 30
seconds (45 seconds in Deep Clean mode) before you move to
section 2 (inside upper teeth). Continue brushing in section 3
(outside lower teeth) and brush for 30 seconds (45 seconds in
Deep Clean mode) before you move to section 4 (inside lower
teeth (Fig. 10)).
Note: To make sure you brush evenly throughout the mouth, divide
your mouth into 4 sections using the Quadpacer feature (see chapter
'Features').
Note:After you have completed the brushing cycle, you can spend
additional time brushing the chewing surfaces of your teeth and
areas where staining occurs. (Fig. 11) You can also brush your tongue,
with the toothbrush turned on or off, as you prefer.
Your Philips Sonicare is safe to use on:
- Braces (brush heads wear out sooner when used on braces).
- Dental restorations (fillings, crowns, veneers).