Oral b pro gum care replacement heads
Replacement brush heads must match the handle connection and should be changed when bristles become worn, splayed, or contaminated.
The short answer
Oral-B Pro Gum Care replacement heads are small round electric toothbrush heads, but compatibility depends on the handle and connection system.
What is the direct answer?
What does this question mean?
The brush head transfers the handle's motion to the bristles. Gum-focused designs use softer or differently arranged bristles to clean along the gum margin.
What can you do next?
Rinse the head after brushing, let it air-dry upright, and clean the handle connection. Use light pressure at the gumline.
When should you seek dental care?
See a dentist if brushing causes persistent bleeding, recession, pain, or sensitivity; a new head will not correct calculus or gum disease.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask which head fits your exact handle, whether soft bristles are appropriate, and whether your gums need a periodontal examination.
Frequently asked questions
Can home care solve the underlying problem?
It may reduce irritation, but a persistent structural, infectious, or gum problem needs clinical diagnosis.
What makes the problem urgent?
Rapid swelling, fever, uncontrolled bleeding, or difficulty breathing or swallowing needs prompt assessment.