PRACTITIONER / OT INFORMATION
Practitioner information pack
Product information for OTs, dentists, carers, families, support coordinators and care teams.
Arco Brush is an adaptive oral-care solution designed to support people who experience barriers with traditional toothbrushing.
As an automatic sonic toothbrush, Arco Brush uses sonic vibration technology, a flexible full-mouth mouthpiece, 5 vibration modes and a guided brushing cycle to support a simpler daily oral-care routine.
This resource provides information for occupational therapists, dentists, carers, families, disability professionals, support coordinators and care teams when considering whether Arco Brush may be appropriate for an individual.
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What is Arco Brush?
Arco Brush is an automatic sonic toothbrush designed to simplify the brushing process for people who find traditional toothbrushes difficult to use.
Traditional toothbrushing can require:
- Grip strength
- Fine motor control
- Hand coordination
- Repeated brushing movements
- Timing and routine consistency
- Sensory tolerance
For some individuals, these factors can create barriers to completing oral-care routines independently.
Arco Brush provides a structured brushing approach using a flexible mouthpiece designed to adapt to different mouth shapes, allowing the user to follow a guided brushing cycle.
WHY CONSIDER ARCO BRUSH?
Why practitioners, carers and support teams may consider Arco Brush
Arco Brush may be explored when a person requires support with:
Personal care
Support for daily personal-care routines and oral hygiene participation.
Daily living activities
Support for everyday routines where traditional brushing creates barriers.
Reduced manual effort
Support for reducing reliance on repeated manual brushing movements.
Predictable routines
Support for establishing a more structured brushing cycle.
Carer-supported care
Support for routines where another person assists with setup, prompting or supervision.
Oral hygiene participation
Support for participation in everyday oral-care tasks.
Arco Brush may be relevant for individuals who experience functional barriers related to disability, reduced dexterity, coordination difficulties, mobility limitations, fatigue, sensory preferences, difficulty completing daily routines or requiring assistance from another person.
Information for carers and families
Carers and family members often play an important role in supporting daily oral-care routines.
For some individuals, toothbrushing may require reminders or prompting, setup assistance, supervision, physical assistance or support to maintain cleaning and hygiene routines.
Arco Brush may assist carers by providing a more structured and guided brushing routine that can be incorporated into an individual's daily care routine.
The level of assistance required will depend on each person's abilities, preferences and support needs.
FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT
Functional assessment considerations
Before recommending or supporting consideration of Arco Brush, practitioners and support teams may wish to consider:
Current oral-care barriers
What aspects of traditional toothbrushing are difficult for the individual? Is the barrier related to movement, coordination, strength, sensory tolerance or routine completion?
Functional impact
How does the oral-care difficulty affect independence? Does the person require prompting, assistance or supervision? Who currently supports the person with brushing?
Previous strategies
Have standard toothbrushes or electric toothbrushes been trialled? What barriers remain? Are there existing routines or supports that have been successful?
Product tolerance
Can the individual tolerate a flexible full-mouth mouthpiece? Are vibration sensations appropriate for the individual's sensory preferences? Would the user benefit from different vibration settings?
Safety and ongoing use
Can the product be used safely? Is assistance required for setup, cleaning or supervision? Can the mouthpiece be maintained appropriately? Is a carer or support person required to assist?
Suitability and value
Does the product align with the person's goals? Does it support participation in daily living activities? Is it appropriate and value for money compared with other available options?
WHO MAY ARCO BRUSH SUPPORT?
Who may Arco Brush support?
People with disability
Arco Brush may support individuals who experience difficulty using traditional toothbrushes due to challenges with dexterity, coordination, mobility or completing personal-care activities independently.
Autistic individuals and sensory oral-care considerations
Some autistic individuals may experience challenges with toothbrushing due to sensory sensitivities, discomfort with traditional toothbrushes, difficulty with routine changes or preference for predictable activities.
Older adults and aged-care support
Some older adults may experience changes in strength, mobility, coordination or independence that affect their ability to complete traditional brushing routines.
Individuals requiring carer support
Some people require assistance from parents, carers, family members or support workers to complete daily oral hygiene.
PRODUCT SUMMARY
Arco Brush product summary
Product: Arco Brush Starter Kit
Price: AUD $395
Replacement mouthpiece: AUD $25
Recommended replacement: approximately every 6 months, similar to replacing a traditional toothbrush head.
INCLUDES
- Arco sonic toothbrush handle
- Flexible full-mouth mouthpiece
- Charging base
- Charging cable
- Quick start guide
- Care and cleaning guidance
KEY FEATURES
- Sonic vibration technology
- 5 vibration modes
- Flexible mouthpiece designed to adapt to different mouth shapes
- Guided brushing cycle
- Built-in timer
- Replaceable mouthpiece system
NDIS and assistive technology considerations
Arco Brush may be considered as part of exploring assistive technology options that support personal care and daily living activities.
When considering Arco Brush, practitioners and support teams may document:
- The person's current oral-care challenges
- The functional impact of those challenges
- Current supports required
- Previous strategies trialled
- How the product may support independence or participation
- How the product will be used safely and maintained
- The role of carers or support workers in assisting use
Information available for practitioners, carers and support teams
Arco can provide:
- Practitioner Information Pack
- Product description and intended-use information
- Product specifications
- Care and cleaning guidance
- Invoice documentation support
- Plain-language information for families and carers
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arco Brush an adaptive toothbrush?
Yes. Arco Brush is designed as an adaptive oral-care solution for people who experience barriers with traditional toothbrush use.
Can occupational therapists recommend Arco Brush?
Occupational therapists may consider a range of assistive technology options based on an individual's functional needs, goals and circumstances. Arco provides product information to support professional discussions.
Can carers use Arco Brush to support someone with brushing?
Arco Brush may be incorporated into supported oral-care routines where a parent, carer, family member or support worker assists with brushing. The level of support required depends on the individual user.
Can Arco Brush support NDIS participants?
Arco Brush may be considered by NDIS participants where it aligns with individual goals, disability-related needs and personal-care requirements. Funding decisions are individual and determined according to NDIS requirements.
What type of clients may benefit from Arco Brush?
Arco Brush may support people who experience difficulty with traditional brushing due to dexterity, coordination, mobility, sensory preferences, fatigue or requiring assistance with daily routines.
Is Arco Brush suitable for autistic individuals?
Some autistic individuals may benefit from a structured brushing routine and adjustable vibration settings. Suitability depends on individual sensory preferences and needs.
Does Arco Brush replace dental care?
No. Arco Brush supports daily oral-care routines and does not replace dental check-ups, professional dental advice, clinical assessment or personalised oral-hygiene recommendations.
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Important Information
Arco Brush is designed to support daily brushing routines. Individual experiences may vary.
Practitioners, carers and support teams should use appropriate judgement and consider each person's individual needs, safety requirements and preferences.