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  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning
  • The brush head for deep cleaning

Philips Sonicare Premium Plaque Defence4 pack brush heads

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The brush head for deep cleaning
Tackle plaque head on with this deep-clean replacement brush head from Philips Sonicare. Designed especially to remove plaque, you'll quickly enjoy whiter, brighter teeth while experiencing an exceptional everyday clean.
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Up to 10 x more plaque removal*

The brush head for deep cleaning

  • Removes 10 x more plaque*

  • 100% whiter teeth in 3 days***

  • Medium soft

  • 4-pack

Up to 10 x more plaque removal than a manual toothbrush

Up to 10 x more plaque removal than a manual toothbrush

Deep cleaning needs a special approach and this brush head's soft-touch head enhances the bristle motion to comfortably reach more areas and remove up to 10 x more plaque than a manual toothbrush.

Up to 100% more stain removal in 3 days***

Up to 100% more stain removal in 3 days***

Our deep clean brush head uses a cluster of dense, stiff bristles at its centre in a pentagonal shape to whiten and polish your teeth, for up to 100% more stain removal in three days.***

Proven Sonicare technology

Proven Sonicare technology

Experience the clean chosen by millions. Philips Sonicare toothbrushes clean gently yet effectively and care for your teeth and gums with up to 62,000 bristle movements. Sonicare Fluid Action supports the bristles to clean by driving fluid deep between teeth and along the gumline.

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4.6

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389

Reviews

94%

recommend this product


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Muzyk

28/04/2025

United Kingdom

Part of promotion

Great toothbrush heada

These were replacements for my Phillips electric toothbrush, they last a really long time meaning great value for money. I certainly feel the difference since I’ve started to use this toothbrush and my teeth are cleaner and less stained. Highly recommended.

Pros

Fantastic performance

Cons

None

Yes, I recommend this product

This review was made for Premium Plaque Defence HX9042/88 2-pack brush heads

Yes, I recommend this product

This review was made for Premium Plaque Defence HX9042/88 2-pack brush heads

Melsox78

20/04/2025

United Kingdom

Part of promotion

Superior clean brush heads

These brush heads are great. I tested these in place of my usual brush heads and I could definitely see and feel a difference. The power tip really gets into those hard to reach areas whilst still being soft enough on the gums

Pros

Quality, power tip, easy to use

Cons

None

Yes, I recommend this product

This review was made for Premium Plaque Defence HX9042/88 2-pack brush heads

Yes, I recommend this product

This review was made for Premium Plaque Defence HX9042/88 2-pack brush heads

stugee

18/04/2025

United Kingdom

Part of promotion

Best Brush Head I’ve Ever Used – Worth the Upgrade

I’ve been using Sonicare toothbrushes for years, but switching to the C3 Premium Plaque Defence brush head made a noticeable difference almost immediately. My teeth feel cleaner, smoother, and fresher after every brush – like that just-left-the-dentist feeling. The bristles are firm but not harsh, and they contour really well to my gum line and the hard-to-reach areas in the back. I also love the way it adapts to pressure – it feels like it’s doing the work for me without being abrasive. What really impressed me is how much plaque it removes compared to the standard heads. After just a few days, my mouth felt significantly cleaner, and even my dental hygienist noticed the improvement at my last visit. It’s a bit pricier than the basic heads, but honestly, the performance and results make it 100% worth it. If you care about your oral health and want to take your brushing to the next level, this is the way to go. Highly recommend!

Pros

Great plaque removal, colour coordinated, excellent reach

Cons

Little more expensive

Yes, I recommend this product

This review was made for Premium Plaque Defence HX9042/88 2-pack brush heads

Yes, I recommend this product

This review was made for Premium Plaque Defence HX9042/88 2-pack brush heads

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Disclaimers
  1. vs. a manual toothbrush.

  2. allocated to plastic of brush head on mass balance basis.

  3. * after 3 days in White + mode vs. a manual toothbrush.

  4. * * Not compatible with Philips One handles.