Does anyone here clean their teeth with a water flosser?

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A dental hygienist recently told me that this is a great way to clean between teeth, and that you can use it in the shower. We had one of the original Water Pics when I was growing up, and I just remember the grungy water tank. It sounds like they are much improved. Naturally, Amazon offers far too many choices. Does anyone here use one and any recommended brand?

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juneroses Z9a Cntrl Fl

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I use a Waterpik Water Flosser daily as part of my routine dental care and have done so since June 2013. The unit in the link below is the same one I have. I'm fairly meticulous about flossing around each tooth and at the gum line so I use nearly 2 tanks of water before I'm done. I also manually floss. The hygenist tells me to keep doing whatever I'm doing because it's keeping gum issues at bay.

https://www.amazon.com/Waterpik-WP-100W-White-Ultra-Flosser/dp/B00CU9VF2Q/ref=sr_1_1?crid=HIUQ27XQYPTU&keywords=waterpik+water+flosser+model+wp-100&qid=1675194971&sprefix=waterpik+water+flosser+model+wp-100%2Caps%2C259&sr=8-1

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Judi
last year
I use the Cordless Advanced Waterpik every day.

Cleaning video in this link.

https://www.waterpik.com/oral-health/product-support/articles/how-to-clean-waterpik-water-flosser-vinegar/
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morz8 - Washington Coast
last year
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I bought the Sonicare Water Flosser about two years ago and use it twice a day every day. I love it, much more pleasant, clean feeling than manually flossing.

No grungy water tank. I do a one-handed lift of the tank from the base when I've finished and pour out the tablespoon or so of water that is remaining. Tank easily washable. Every so often I run a couple of cups of vinegar water through it to clean the tube....

Tube because while my purchase included a rechargeable version for travel too that could be used in the shower, a two-pack (Costco) - I've been using the plug in base. We haven't traveled particularly covid era. It's easy to use at my vanity sink and I haven't taken it into the shower. I've only blasted the mirror or the wallpaper once or twice in two years and that was while getting used to it ;)

I hadn't used a water flosser since the Water Piks first came out decades ago so I don't have any good comparisons to share with you.
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glenda_al
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Have a Sonic flosser and love it
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chinacatpeekin
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I use a cordless, chargeable Waterpik- it’s great; I recommend it. It feels as much a necessity as a toothbrush and floss, to me. I have a smaller battery operated one for travel, too. I haven’t tried any other brands, but have a Sonicare electric toothbrush that seems fine. I know Amazon has many choices, but I’d definitely stick with the major brands.
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Eileen
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I have this one. It's rechargeable but not cordless. You have to get a battery-operated one for use in the shower. But I don't have any problem with keeping the water in my mouth. Spray along gum line, turn off pik, spit, turn on pik.

I don't know if it replaces flossing. The reason I have it is to clean under the gum line and because I have an implant. I still floss.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08V1LS3FZ?ref=nb_sb_ss_w_as-reorder-t1_ypp_rep_k0_1_7&amp=&crid=3OE7WAD5CQL2B&sprefix=waterpi&th=1
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summersrhythm_z6a
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I am another Waterpik user. I add in mouthwash with water, it works great for me. I have the same one as Juneroses.
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drewsmaga
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I've used one for years, recommended by my Dentist. 2 grandkids started using a water pic by orthodontist recommendation when they got braces, I clean my tank with denture cleaner tablet. I also brush and floss.
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yeonassky
last year
Yes I water floss. I also brush and use regular floss. I also use the little rubber tipped tool. I find that with that combo that my teeth get very clean and my gums get a good workout.
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katlan
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We have the one Juneroses posted. Really like it.
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WittyNickNameHere ;)
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I have a water flosser. I hate it. My dentist knows I have a water flosser. He also knows I hate it. I can't remember the last time I used it.....
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chisue
last year
No water device other than forcing water through my teeth after I've brushed, used a fuzzy plastic pick and the 'gum stimulator' (rubber tipped thingie). I currently have something going on with my tongue -- sore at the tip and now some little bumps too. Toothpaste smarts something fierce! At least it isn't keeping me awake as it did at first, last week.
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Judi
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WittyNickNameHere,

They clean so much better than just floss, but you really should use both.
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Annie Deighnaugh
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We have a waterpik. I'm amazed at how much stuff will come out after brushing and flossing...esp when I eat whole grain stuff. Also, as my gums recede, little bits can get stuck which the waterpik gets out. We always add a splash of mouthwash to the water so it tastes minty too and it really freshens one's breath.
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Jupidupi
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last year
Thanks for all of the input. I ended up deciding to go with the Waterpik that can be used in the shower. The bathroom is black and white, so I ordered one of each and I'm going to tell my husband that it's our Valentine's gift. How's that for romantic ;-) ? Our bathroom is tiny and the only outlet is on the lightswitch, so my plan is to periodically charge them at an outlet in the closet, which is what I do with my toothbrush.
bpath
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I was at the dentist today and had to share this from the office. Btw, my DDS likes a water flosser in addition to floss and brushing.
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cyn427 (z. 7, N. VA)
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I have the same one Juneroses has. I floss, brush, use the water pic mostly every night. I also add peroxide to the water flosser. Hygienist and dentist both say it makes a huge difference. Oh and I wash the water reservoir regularly.
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jakkom
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Just FYI for those who decide to buy their first water flosser - instructions for our Sonic advised running a thin line of petroleum jelly around the seal once you've put the batteries in, to help keep out any water. This threw us for a few days because Vasoline jelly hasn't been in my medicine cab in DECADES, so we had to stop in at a drugstore to buy some, LOL.
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