If you’re after thoughtful gifts that add health and happiness to your loved ones’ smiles, we’ve got you covered. Dirna Grobbelaar, our oral hygiene advisor, shares her top festive picks.
Whether you’re shopping for tech enthusiasts, kids perfecting their brushing habits, or anyone who finds flossing too much fuss, here are Dirna’s expert oral care recommendations:
Oclean X Ultra – The Ultimate in Smart Brushing Technology
The ‘Ultra’ gift! With a colour touchscreen with instant brushing feedback, AI voice guidance, app connectivity and a powerful maglev motor operating at 84,000 sonic vibrations per minute, the Oclean X Ultra ensures you never miss a spot. This rechargeable sonic toothbrush even offers gentle verbal prompts when you need to adjust your brushing technique, making it a fantastic gift for tech-savvy oral care enthusiasts.
Says Dirna: “The Oclean X Ultra is perfect for anyone who values innovation and a deeper clean. Its advanced features, like the TurboClean™ motor and AI feedback, make it one of the most precise and thorough brushes in the world.”
Perfect For: Anyone, especially the gadget lover who wants to optimise their oral care routine.
Available From: Clicks Online, our Ivohealth online shop as well as independent pharmacies and selected dentists.
NEW! Oclean A10 AirPump™ Water Flosser – Portable, Precise, Powerful
South Africa’s most powerful, compact air flosser! The Oclean A10 combines advanced AirPump™ technology with a palm-sized design for exceptional cleaning power. Delivering gentle yet effective bursts of air and water, it’s ideal for anyone who hates to floss but takes their oral health seriously, and anyone with those with sensitive gums, braces or bridges.
Says Dirna: “The Oclean A10 is a game-changer for anyone who struggles with traditional flossing. Its powerful AirPump™ technology and compact size make it the perfect gift for a thorough, on-the-go clean.”
Perfect For: Everyone who hates to floss but wants a clean and healthy mouth. It’s a very portable interdental option and fantastic for anyone with orthodontic braces.
Available From: Clicks Online, Ivohealth online shop, and select dental practices.
NEW! Oclean X Lite – Smart Brushing Made Simple
A fantastic introduction to smart brushing at an excellent price! The Oclean X Lite’s built-in colour screen provides real-time feedback to guide users for a thorough clean, highlighting any missed areas. With a long 40-day battery life and five brushing modes, it’s an ideal gift for anyone looking to upgrade their brushing routine without the complexity of an app.
Says Dirna: “The Oclean X Lite is an ideal entry-level option for anyone new to smart brushing. With real-time feedback, it ensures users get the most out of each brush, even without the need for an app.”
Perfect For: Anyone looking for a simpler, affordable introduction to smart brushing.
Available From: Clicks Online, Ivohealth online shop, and select dental practices.
Balene – the Revolutionary Toothbrush with a Dual-Sided Head
A revolutionary toothbrush with an innovative dual-sided head that cleans the inside, outside and chewing surfaces of teeth at the same time! Ideal for anyone who wants a quick, effective clean and is especially beneficial for children who are still learning to brush correctly and anyone with dexterity challenges. It’s also great for caregivers who brush someone else’s teeth. Available in both a manual and a new sonic version, a Balene brush is a unique and thoughtful gift.
Says Dirna: “The Balene brush with a two-sided head is fantastic for anyone who struggles with brushing technique or just needs a quicker, more efficient clean.”
Perfect For: Anyone, especially children and adults who struggle to brush correctly.
Available From: Dis-Chem, selected pharmacies, and the Ivohealth online shop.
GUM Soft-Picks PRO – A Stocking Filler for Every Smile
The perfect stocking filler with a practical touch, combining the best of a tooth pick and an interdental brush! GUM Soft-Picks PRO have 152 bristles, almost double the amount of a traditional Soft-Pick, for a 50% superior clean. They also come with a handy travel case, making them easy to take everywhere for on-the-go, professional interdental cleaning.
Says Dirna: “GUM Soft-Picks PRO are fantastic for anyone who wants a quick, easy clean between teeth. They’re gentle, effective and simple to use. Great when you’ve got food stuck between the teeth or for anyone who finds flossing tricky.”
Perfect For: Everyone, especially biltong lovers and anyone who tends to get food stuck between their teeth. Also great for orthodontic braces.
Available From: Major retailers, Clicks, Dis-Chem, Checkers MediRite and Ivohealth online.
Final Thoughts
When it comes to gifting, nothing says “I care” more than prioritising your loved one’s health and well-being.
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