Hi Bonnie Glen,

I am rushing out and only have time to respond to one of your smaller questions. I've been looking for alternate toothbrushes for my husband, as it is painful for him to brush. I had not heard of Sage until I scanned your message. I found this link for Sage brushes on Nextag, are any of these brushes what you are using or looking for...would recommend these to someone who's mouth is too sore to brush?

http://www.nextag.com/Sage--2700074/brand-html

I look forward to going back and re-reading your post later when I have time to digest it better.

All the best,