The Colgate 360 Charcoal sonic powered toothbrush helps keep your brush clean with antibacterial bristles**. The ultra slim, lightweight handle design provides sonic vibrations of 20,000 strokes per minute. The compact brush head includes Floss Tip† bristles and polishing cups to remove surface stains, and a cheek & tongue cleaner that removes odor-causing bacteria. **helps prevent bacteria growth on bristles, toothbrush does not kill bacteria in mouth †does not replace flossing