Sonicare Advance toothbrushes are battery-powered toothbrushes that are good for the reduction of plaque, especially around braces and brackets. The Sonicare Advance is safe on gums and the soft tissues in the mouth and is can increase saliva, which aids in the fight against tooth decay and infections. If you have a Sonicare Advance that isn't working the way that it should, it may be able to be fixed.
No Power
If the toothbrush doesn't work when you press the power button, it is more than likely just out of battery. To fix the problem, leave the toothbrush sitting on the charger overnight. If it doesn't seem to be charging, check the outlet the toothbrush is plugged into by plugging in another appliance. If you have checked the outlet and plugged the toothbrush in for several hours and it still doesn't work, it is defective and will need to be replaced.
Toothbrush is Losing Power
If your Sonicare Advance seems less powerful than it used to, it could be due to a variety of reasons. First, try recharging your toothbrush. It may simply be running low on battery power. If the "Easy-start" feature is turned on, turn it off. "Easy-start" can drain power from the unit. If it is still sluggish, clean or replace the head of your toothbrush. If none of this works, you can contact Sonicare on their website. They will do everything they can to help you get your Sonicare Advance working.
Blinking and Beeping
If your toothbrush won't stop blinking or beeps when you turn it off, it needs recharged. Sonicare Advance's are equipped with different recharge indicators. The first is an indicator light that will blink when the brush needs charged. It will continue to blink until the brush gets charged. There is no turn off.
The second indicator is a sound signal. With the Advance, it is five quick beeps that will sound each time the brush is turned off. It will beep only when three or fewer brushings remain before a recharge is needed.
Stinky Toothbrush
If your Sonicare Advance has started to smell bad, you will need to clean it or replace the head. Heads are supposed to be replaced every three months, whether they look worn or not. Once a week, your Advance should be cleaned by removing the brush head, unscrewing the pieces that fixes the head to the handle and wiping away residue found there with a paper towel. Particles and germs can get trapped inside and lead to odor.
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