This AI-powered Oral-B toothbrush can tell you what teeth you have missed

Oral-B’s Genius X toothbrush uses artificial intelligence (AI) techlogy to tell users more about ir brushing habits and if y have missed any teeth. prototype was recently showcased at Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. While pricing wasn’t revealed, Oral-B GeniusX toothbrush will be up for grabs September 2019 onwards.

underlying AI integration enables tracking to keep users aware of ir brushing habits including what areas y cover or neglect in ir mouth. It also offers personalised feedback via Oral-B app. companion app is available to download for both Android and iOS users. feedback includes right amount of time and pressure, based on your habits.

Oral-B Genius X will be available in multiple colour options such as white, black, orchid purple, pink and anthracite grey. It comes with a travel case that charges both brush and your smartphone. Earlier, Oral-B Genius X was also showcased at CES in Vegas.

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How exactly it works

Oral-B Genius X uses gyroscope and accelerometer to detect subtle changes in toothbrush’s location. re are three key features of Oral-B Genius X toothbrush: Position Detection, Pressure Control and Personalised Coaching.

'Position Detection' feature makes sure you cover every area, every time whereas 'Position Control' gives you a warning when you are using too much pressure. Oral-B Genius X provides users with a personalised brushing score at end of each brushing session.

“Every patient is unique, that is why we are looking for solutions that adapt to individual. Oral-B gives patients an excellent and personalized brushing experience, without having to change way y brush to achieve ir best oral health result. This makes it a real breakthrough,” said Prof. Dr. Ralf Rössler from University for Digital Techlogies in Dentistry & Medicine in Luxembourg.