I’ve been waiting for it to go on sale again and finally found it half price at CW. My partner has one and I’ve been wanting to get one for myself too.
Other models are also on half price.
Waterpik Waterflosser Cordless $90.79 + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ Chemist Warehouse
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My dentist says these lack any empirical support.
Floss and interdental brush is the go.
Colgate plax has an ingredient that inhibits plaque development
Brush and spit out slurry but dont rinse mouth, the fluoride residue will help remineralise teeth.
prob more for dental braces, and other orthodontic work like implants etc etc…I am considering as I now have a dental implant and will have a crown done in about 5 or 6 weeks….might be easier there than using dental floss in that area….will see. I think might be good using in conjunction with brushing and normal flossing
This ^
Small study here indicating that water flossers are 29% better at removing plaque
EDIT: Systematic review here found water flossing to be as good or better at removing plaque, especially from the back teeth. Important bits if anyone actually clicked are found under "Results" at the right hand side of the table, and "Conclusion"
And my personal professional counter opinion is that they’re wrong.
Anything that patients with irregular interproximal care will use daily or at least multiple times weekly is better than zero times with the best method of interdental care with floss and interdental brushes.
And empirically across hundreds of patients who I’ve given the waterflosser hygiene talk to, a large percentage (>70% by my reckoning) exhibit significantly improved hygiene over time.
^This.
I have ysed interdental hand flosser but always struggled keeping it up. Since I got the water flosser I have been nearcreligious with it. Morning, evening. Even when camping.
It is easy, quick, comfy (after a few days) and efficient
I have used a portable waterpik for apx 9 months and will continue using.
My teeth are irregular, worn & have lots corners that trap food particles.
I have always struggled with floss, electric or other toothbrush and choice of toothpaste to maintain dental hygiene.
I use the pik once a day at night in the shower.
Then I use a cloth and water to wipe my mouth, gums, teeth, tongue & water rinse a few times.
Last 9 months no brushing, no floss, no toothpaste & no commercial mouth rinse.
Recently at dentist before examining my teeth I asked for an opinion of the waterpik, advised "it is ok but will not remove plaque". After examining my teeth advised " there is NO plaque ! ".
During the last 9 months I have also added this:
. changed my diet towards KETO.
. used vit D3, K2, Zinc & Magnesium.
. commenced a self instructed exercise program.
. try to eat fermented soy beans once a day.
At 71 yrs this routine might provide a minor change to my longevity.
However at 20, 30, 40…. years of age, it could have a significant impact on longevity and mobility.
For those that have used this specific model before, what's the pressure like?
I've purchased other waterpiks online and low pressure is like full strength when compared to my electric waterpik unit.
Something that is portal would be good instead of taking the big unit …
I always use my waterfloss after brushing my teeth. so far has worked out great.
I thought it'd be better before.. aren't you meant to not rinse your mouth after brushing?
technically, I water floss at random times in a day so I suppose that compensates for it but I do get doing it the other way around doing it once would work better.
@dBagDealer .. you should do this the other way around!
Definitely try the other way around. Water floss and get rid of the gunk stuck between teeth, then brush teeth, and do not rinse, just spit.
@Baby Noodles .. hows the pressure on this thing ?
I have tried different ones and this is by far the best ones i've tried. Similar pressure to his plug in ones, so this being portable is a bonus. The only downside is the smaller tank, but it's never bothered me as it only takes less than a second to fill it up again.
What’s the difference between this and the $30-$40 ones on Amazon? They all seem the same and have good ratings (and those have USB-C charging as a plus)
for those with costco.
https://www.costco.com.au/Health-Beauty/Personal-Care/Oral-C…