May be the Best Mechanical Device for Overall Dental Health after the Toothbrush
Many years ago my Dad, who had excellent teeth, came home with the announcement that he would soon be having serious gum surgery, necessitated by periodontal disease. After that painful experience he always lectured me on the need to pay attention to healthy gums as well as teeth.
One of the problems with regular and mechanical toothbrushes is that they can't affect the gap between the tooth and the gum, and these can grow over the years to be deep enough to trap all kinds of food particles. Used regularly, Water Pik makes short work of trapped matter, while gently purging the gaps with oxygenated water and stimulating blood circulation. These effects are instrumental in preventing growth of the gaps, accumulation of tartar and food particles, and resultant bleeding gums. Ask a dentist if you don't believe me.
Though I brush religiously twice a day, I also use my Water Pik about twice a week for 3-4 minutes. My last unit worked fine for a decade or more. The new one is just as effective but a lot quieter.
Tip #1: If desired you can make an 80/20 water/antiseptic mouthwash mix in the tank for extra effectiveness, and I do that about once a month. (Whenever I use the mix, I purge the unit with a little fresh water after use.)
Tip #2: Always suck the last of the water out of the unit before putting it away to reduce risk of stuff growing in the plumbing between uses. The unit has multiple nozzles provided, so several family members can use it without an "ick factor."
Tip #3 For convenience I leave my unit fully assembled (with the tank in top) on the bathroom counter. To keep it clean, I cover the tank with a loose plastic bonnet used for covering food in the refrigerator.
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