Tomato Pollination Aide ... Is it Effective ?

[Gardeneer]

We know that technically and biologically tomato flower is self-pollinating and complete. It does not ( should not !) even need any intervention by insects.

But over the years I have read many stories as how gardeners' intervention ( as nature's hand ) can help to improve pollination and fruits setting.

I was visiting a commercial greenhouse past October. I noticed that they had certain kind of resident bee hives/hives scattered here and there to help with pollination. That made me thinking ...
One of the common tools that I have heard some gardeners use is Electric Tooth Brush. Guess what ? I bought one the other days. Cost : $7
Ive got a job !
Will my $7 investment have a pay off ? I am not sure. In that case I can write it off as an expense. .
After all the introduction and the humor, lets hear your point of view and experience. That is what the forums are all about : To share opinions ; Cons and Pros.

Gardeneer