LONDON — Toothbrushes used to be simple, powered only by your hand so they never broke down. Nowadays, rechargeable electric toothbrushes are increasingly popular because they make brushing easier and more effective, but they are a headache when they stop working properly.
But all is not lost. You can pay someone else to repair it, or — with some online help — do it yourself. Here are some pointers:According to the manufacturers, the answer is usually no. They warn people against disassembling the devices, saying it's dangerous or that it will void the warranty. But that doesn't mean you can't do it yourself, repair advocates say.
DIY fixes might soon be standard practice. The European Union, a pioneer of global tech regulations, is drafting rules to promote the repair of electrical devices, while several states have introduced right-to-repair legislation.Every model is slightly different but models from Oral B and Philips Sonicare — two of the most popular brands — can be dismantled using the same general procedure.
Whatever the model, if it's too tight some websites advise softening up the plastic housing by placing the brush in hot water for a few minutes. It could could be longer, shorter or have a different diameter than a standard AA. Some have metal tabs that need to be soldered to the circuit board. Whatever the type, it should be available online.Oral B is making it easier for consumers to do DIY repairs with their IO line of toothbrushes, which can be fixed without specialist tools. Some versions even come with a circular charger that's specifically designed for use as a tool to twist off the bottom cap when turned upside down.
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