Product Description

Product Description Violight Personal Travel Toothbrush Sanitizer Exposed toothbrushes are a magnet for germs in the bathroom. Those who travel are exposed to a higher risk of contamination because the toothrush is thrown into a travel bag or left on a hotel sink. You no longer need to fear the hazards of potentially germ infested environments due to the state-of-the-art germicidal UV bulb in the Violight Personal Travel Toothbrush sanitizer. Just brush, rinse and santitize! Uses germicidal UV light Kills 99.9% of germs in 7 minutes Use with most electric heads and virtually ALL manual brushes Great for hotels, airplanes, dorms and health clubs Battery operated Free toothbrush inluded Requires 2 x "AA" Batteries (not included) Uses germicidal UV light technology Healthier way of transporting your toothbrush Kills germs by destroying the DNA in bacteria Removable drip tray for easy cleaning Doubles as a sanitizer and a holder Eliminates E.coli, salmonella and other harmful germs

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1180 in Health and Beauty
• Color: Matte silver
• Brand: Violight
• Model: VIO200
• Released on: 2005-10-05
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 1.00" h x 2.00" w x 9.00" l, 1.20 pounds

Features

• Easy, one-button activation with auto shut off in just seven minutes
• Kills 99.9-percent of the bacteria living on your toothbrush with germicidal UV light
• Small, compact size doubles as a toothbrush travel holder
• Measures 8.5 x 2.1 x 1.1 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 0.4 pounds
• Travel sanitizer holds a single toothbrush (toothbrush included) and is operated by two AA batteries (not included)

Amazon.com Product Description
No matter how often you scrub and clean, microscopic critters will still thrive in the warm, moist environment of the average bathroom. In fact, a single toothbrush can harbor millions of microorganisms -- millions! -- which means it's a good idea to sanitize something that you put in your mouth several times a day if you want to reduce your chances of bacterial infection.

The VIO200 is a handy, travel-friendly way to kill bacteria on your toothbrush. View larger.

Violight puts the "clean" back in oral hygiene.

If you already have the Violight VS100 Toothbrush Sanitizer, then you're aware of its nifty design and the peace of mind that it offers. However, it can be a bit difficult to tote the four-brush VS100 on business trips and vacations. That's where the new VIO200 Travel Toothbrush Sanitizer comes in. That's right, you can take toothbrush sanitization with you on the road, keeping your toothbrush sanitized wherever you go.

There's nothing worse than getting sick while traveling, but it can happen to anyone. Some people are exposed to germs in an obvious manner, such as sitting next to someone who is coughing and sneezing on the plane. But did you know that you can also be harmed by germs if you lay your toothbrush down on the counter in your hotel room? Whether you're staying in a cheap road-side motel or a five-star beach resort, hotel rooms are filled with germs. Even when a bathroom looks clean it may still suffer from microbial contamination.

And here's something to think about: if you plan on staying at a friend or family member's house instead of a hotel during your trip, the germ count in the bathroom will probably be even higher. Even if the people you're staying with are "clean freaks," bathrooms are such a breeding ground for germs that it is near impossible for them to be bacteria-free. According to independent studies, Violight is able to kill 99.9-percent of the bacteria living on your toothbrush (including the influenza virus, streptococcus and staphylococcus) with its germicidal UV light . So no matter where you stay while you're traveling, you can rest assured the VIO200 will help keep your toothbrush clean and your immune system in tip-top working order. Plus, it's ultra-safe to use -- you don't have to mess with dangerous hot steam or boiling water.

The real benefit of the Violight, though, is that it provides peace of mind and good protection from all kinds of nastiness that might be lurking on your trusty bristles. Although toothbrushes don't feel any different after being sanitized by the Violight, it's nice to know that your brushes are clean and germ free. After finding out that the Centers for Disease Control has even stated that toothbrushes can be a significant source of "potentially pathogenic organisms," you'll be glad that the Violight is around. So if you're looking for the ultimate in brushing safety, you'll rest easy knowing that this handy sanitizer puts the "clean" back in oral hygiene.

There are few other things you can do to protect yourself from harmful germs. Travel experts advise you to wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after you touch items that are prone to bacteria. You can also wipe down door knobs, lamp switches, telephones, and countertops with antibacterial swabs. And when it comes to the bathroom, whatever you do, keep your toothbrush off that counter. As Violight Travel Toothbrush Sanitizer inventor Joel Pinksys says, "You wouldn't put a dirty fork or spoon that has been sitting on the counter overnight into your mouth without sanitizing it would you? The same should go for your toothbrush."

So take it from Joel, get yourself a travel sanitizer. This device, which holds a single toothbrush and is powered by two AA batteries, serves as both a sanitizer and a safe, clean place to store your toothbrush while you're traveling. After you brush and rinse, simply put the brush in the case, push the button, and seven minutes later the device will shuts off automatically, and your toothbrush will be sanitized. The process couldn't be easier, and the results are well worth the effort.

Customer Reviews

great for travel
i bought this for a 45 day trip to Europe recently. i really wanted a case and then noticed this item. it worked perfectly for my needs. the sanitizing light came on every time i closed the lid and stayed on the requisite amount of time. the whole case fit perfectly into my bathroom bag and helped me not worry about germs. did just what i expected.

Works GREAT!...
When I travel, I like to keep my toothbrush in my butt (for security purposes). Since I've been using this sanitizer, there's been almost no residual fecal matter in my teeth after brushing. GREAT PRODUCT!!!

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I just received this product for a holiday gift and while I am sure it will sanitize your toothbrush as promised, there are a couple of hiccups that should sway your purchasing this model.

The worst problem is that there is no "on/off" switch, you simply shut the case and six minutes later the violight is done working. This is problematic when you wish to take out the toothbrush and close it for a later use, the light comes back on and you are left to either a. keep the case open or b. remove the batteries after each use.

Second, it is not nearly as small as the picture would indicate, and thus perhaps not the best travel companion.