Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Kevin Peach assignment 2


Product Description-
The “Blizzident Toothbrush” uses the new advances in 3D scanning and printing to create a toothbrush that is exactly shaped to fit one’s mouth. After getting a dentist to send in an impression of one’s teeth, the Blizzident Laboratory creates a mold using 3D scanning and printing to shape the exact “mouth guard” looking toothbrush. This toothbrush focuses on the idea of being able to scrub each individual tooth all at once, resulting in healthier teeth and positive dentist appointments. The selling idea is that this new toothbrush, after inserting into one’s mouth and moving up, down and sideways, can clean one’s teeth in six seconds. The “Blizzident Toothbrush” currently costs $300.

Relative Advantage-
This new toothbrush is incredibly complex with its many bristles and form fitting technology that it will provide many positive advantages over standard toothbrushes. The biggest advantage is that it cleans one’s teeth in six seconds. This allows for “on the go” brushing and the idea of brushing teeth will no longer be considered inconvenient. Many dentist recommend brushing for 2 to 3 minutes but many people are in such a rush that they only do it for less time or result to other products to make their breathe smell good. Another advantage is the ring shaped object at the end of the mouth guard looking toothbrush that allows one to be quick with their brushing movements while in comfort, as seen in the photo above. All of these advantages apply to all ages from children to adults.

Compatibility-
The product follows the norms and values of our society, as it is safe to say that everyone participates in the act of brushing teeth. There will not be any issues with this product in terms of compatibility and its ability to adjust.

Adaptability-
The toothbrush does not really have any new options in comparison to a normal toothbrush but it does provide the convenient, on the go aspect that brushing is currently missing. It could be used after eating meals, before important events and during typical brushing times but gives the convenient nature of being mobile while being quick, taking only six seconds. It honestly could be used in any situation and could have a huge effect on persuading the general public, especially children, to brush more often.

Observability-
The design of the product is very different from the standard design of toothbrushes but gives off the impression of a full mouth clean. By having the shape form fitted to an individual’s mouth allows for the idea of a full clean to be more apparent. Most people do not observe others brushing their teeth and it is incredibly hard to tell if someone has healthy teeth besides coloring. It will be hard to see the results of this technology but will be more apparent to the individual using it when going to the dentist.

Conclusion-

I think this product has a lot of potential in being adopted worldwide. It is a great advancement to the standard toothbrush that has remained the same for many years. It provides a modern, sophisticated look that would appeal to most buyers, is very easy to use, forms and is only meant more one mouth, and is beyond convenient for any age with six second brushing. The price, however, may be expensive for the general public but if the price were to drop, it would be bought quickly. I feel like the adoption rate of this product will be rapid.

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