Oral-B iO2 Clean & Gentle electric toothbrush

Oral-B was founded in California, United States, in 1950 by periodontist Dr. Robert W. Hutson, who designed and patented the innovative multi-tufted Oral-B 60 toothbrush.

In 1984, Oral-B became part of the Gillette Group, which had previously acquired the German electrical appliance manufacturer Braun. Under Braun's engineering, Oral-B developed its renowned electric toothbrush range. In 2005, multinational consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) acquired Gillette, bringing Oral-B into its global personal care and oral hygiene portfolio.

Oral-B electric toothbrushes (engineered with Braun technology) are primarily manufactured in Germany at Braun's production facilities in Marktheidenfeld and Kronberg im Taunus, while certain components and accessories are sourced globally from other locations including China and Ireland.