Skip to main content

The Talo smart toothbrush offers to completely clean your teeth in 20 seconds

 

Do you brush your teeth for long enough (and with the right technique)? If you’re like most people, probably not. According to Talo, over 50% of Americans have gum disease, and the source of that disease lies in the way people brush – – with a side-to-side motion rather than an up-and-down one. Talo is a smart, half-mouth toothbrush that adjusts to your mouth and claims to clean your teeth in roughly 20 seconds.

Recommended Videos

The adjustable nature of the brush means it can fit any size mouth. The Talo gently cleans along the gum line to avoid irritating the gums. Most importantly, the Talo uses the Bass Technique recommended by the American Dental Association—it holds the brush at a 45-degree angle to the front of the tooth to achieve the ideal motion to clean not only the front but the sides of teeth.

Image used with permission by copyright holder

The bristles move along a set of guides that allow them to reach all parts of your mouth. There is no movement required of the user; just hold the brush in place for ten seconds, remove it, and switch positions. The Talo smart toothbrush does the work for you. According to the company, this is the only toothbrush that replicates the “gold standard” of brushing and is able to tackle your teeth in just 20 seconds.

Please enable Javascript to view this content

The bristles are soft in order to avoid irritating the gum line, and the cartridges can be easily swapped out after three months of use. The Talo is said to last for eight days of use on a single charge.

The Talo smart toothbrush is expected to retail for $195, but is currently on Kickstarter with an early bird pledge of $120. The company also offers add-ons to your purchase like additional cartridges. Be aware that pledging money to a Kickstarter is not a guarantee of production or delivery.

The Talo smart toothbrush makes several bold claims, but if the device follows through on what it promises then it will be a worthwhile investment. After all, two minutes might not sound like much time, but it adds up after a while. Imagine what you could do with all the extra time if you only needed to brush for 20 seconds per day (and without worrying about the ire of your dentist.)

If you’re interested in learning about other electric toothbrushes, Digital Trends has collected the best electric toothbrushes for 2020 here.

Patrick Hearn
Patrick Hearn writes about smart home technology like Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, smart light bulbs, and more. If it's a…
Should you enroll your Amazon Smart Thermostat in the Energy Savings Program?
The Amazon Smart Thermostat hanging on wall.

The Amazon Smart Thermostat can be enrolled in a variety of Energy Savings Incentives Programs. These vary by location, but they essentially work to lower your energy bills by allowing the utility company to temporarily adjust your settings. This typically happens during peak hours or when the power grid is overloaded, allowing the utility company to reduce stress by manipulating your thermostat. Amazon says these events only happen a few times annually (commonly during the summer). Are the energy savings worth the inconvenience?

Here's a quick look at the Energy Savings Incentives Programs offered on the Amazon Smart Thermostat and whether or not you should enroll.
What are Energy Savings Incentives Programs

Read more
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs. Amazon Smart Thermostat: Which is best for your home?
The Amazon Smart Thermostat.

Smart thermostats are an easy way to upgrade your home's heating and cooling skills, and few products are as popular as the Amazon Smart Thermostat and Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen). The two offer many of the same basic features, though you'll find a handful of drastic differences between the devices -- starting with their price tag.

From pricing and design to installation and available features, here's a closer look at the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) and Amazon Smart Thermostat to help you decide which is better for your smart home.
Pricing and design

Read more
Upgrade your dorm with these smart home gadgets
The Echo Spot on a nightstand.

Summer is winding down, and students across the country are heading back to school. If you're heading to college, that means you're probably worried about getting your dorm room prepped for the year. That's often the most stressful part of returning to campus, as not only does your space need to be comfortable enough for all your studying, but it doubles as your home away from home. For those reasons, you'll want it to be functional, versatile, and capable of keeping you entertained when you're not hitting the books.

Thankfully, there are a bunch of smart home devices for your dorm that can turn even the tiniest and oldest of spaces into a futuristic oasis. From smart speakers and smart bulbs to smart plugs and more, here are a few smart home products that are perfect for your college dorm.
Smart light bulbs

Read more