Achieve wellness with water

Daily interdental cleaning is recommended to remove trapped food particles from the tooth surfaces that a toothbrush cannot reach. Whilst many favour string floss or interdental brushes, water flossers can be a great supplement to these in the oral hygiene routine, providing many advantages for patients.

Offering a unique cleaning experience, the directed stream of water dislodges harmful food debris, plaque and bacteria from between the teeth and along the gumline. The devices bring greater comfort, ease of use and superior hygiene outcomes to the daily routine. This reduces the risk of periodontitis and caries for enhanced long-term oral health.

For over 60 years, Waterpik^TM has been at the forefront of dental innovation and design. With a focus on the wellness benefits of water, their robust product line is clinically proven for all ages. Their range of water flosser models is peerless, able to empower patients to protect themselves from oral disease – each Waterpik^TM water flosser removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas with just a 3-second application.[i]

An advanced solution

An excellent product to support the daily oral hygiene routine, the Cordless Advanced is a superb choice for patients at-risk of dental disease. With a convenient on/off control, it concentrates a stream of water into the oral cavity to wash away the trapped food debris; it can do this for a continuous 45 seconds. Featuring a magnetic 4-hour rapid charging system and a global voltage, it is an efficient and reliable device for achieving superior oral health outcomes. To help each patient personalise their water flossing experience the Cordless Advanced comes with 4 tips, 3 pressure settings and a full 360-degree rotation, ensuring that a comfortable and effective intensity is found for optimal compliance.

Available in blue, white or black, the Cordless Advanced also has an ultra-quiet operation for those early mornings or late evenings, as well as a waterproof design and grippy handle that make it ideal for use in the shower.

Small but mighty

For a sleek water flosser that is more compact, the Cordless Slide is a lightweight alternative which collapses to 50% of its size. For patients who often travel or live between places, this product is ideal. Coming with an adaptable USB charger, 2 tips and a travel bag, the Cordless Slide easily tucks into a bag or pocket when on the move, and its global voltage guarantees results across the world. Despite its smaller design, it achieves stunning hygiene results, reliably removing bacteria that is stuck between the teeth and below the gumline.

Whether using the Cordless Advanced or the Cordless Slide, a Waterpik^TM water flosser leaves the mouth feeling fresh and clean. As well as targeting the interdental spaces, these devices are exceptional at maintaining gingival health. The stream of water massages the gingivae, cleansing them of bacteria and stimulating them for improved circulation. This promotes a healthy microbiome in the oral cavity. In fact, the Waterpik^TM water flosser is up to 50% more effective than traditional dental floss at improving gingival health.[ii]

Brilliant on braces

Orthodontic patients will benefit immensely from Waterpik^TM. As the wires and brackets of a brace inhibit regular string flossing, plaque can accumulate in the inaccessible areas. With a water flosser like the Cordless Slide, orthodontic patients can remove the harmful bacteria by using the accompanying orthodontic tip, allowing the water stream to move around the wires and brackets, cleaning both them and the areas behind. The outcomes are superior too: Waterpik^TM products are clinically proven to be 3x as effective as dental floss for cleaning around braces.[iii] String flossing can also be difficult when tackling the molar or wisdom teeth; water flossing simplifies interdental cleaning in that area for a more comfortable experience.

To best protect the oral health, and therefore the overall health, of patients, dental practitioners should highlight the importance of toothbrushing and interdental cleaning, with water flossing acting as a daily supplement. By using the innovative designs from Waterpik^TM, patients can enhance their hygiene experience with a user-device they can tailor to their preferences. Promote the health benefits of water and wellness with Waterpik^TM.

For more information on Waterpik^TM water flosser products visit www.waterpik.co.uk. Waterpik^TM products are available from Amazon, Costco UK, Argos, Boots and Tesco online and in stores across the UK and Ireland.

[i] Gorur, A., Lyle, D.M., Schaudinn, C. and Costerton, J.W. (2009). Biofilm removal with a dental water jet. Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J.: 1995), [online] 30 Spec No 1, pp.1–6. Available at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19385349/.

[ii] Mancinelli-Lyle, D., Qaqish, J.G., Goyal, C.R. and Schuller, R. (2023). Effectiveness of a Sonic-Flosser Toothbrush with a Different Size Brush Heads and Manual Toothbrush plus Dental Floss on Plaque, Gingival Bleeding and Inflammation in Adults with Naturally Occurring Gingivitis: A 4-Week Randomized Controlled Trial. International Journal of Dental Hygiene. [online] doi:https://doi.org/10.1111/idh.12675

[iii] ‌Sharma, N.C., Lyle, D.M., Qaqish, J.G., Galustians, J. and Schuller, R. (2008). Effect of a dental water jet with orthodontic tip on plaque and bleeding in adolescent patients with fixed orthodontic appliances. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 133(4), pp.565–571. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajodo.2007.12.008.