Water Picks/Oral Irrigator

[Red Rock]

Instructions were very good. So I had no problems. Believe it or not...having had prior usage actually helped. I did not spray the sink or mirrors. My technique was fairly good but getting better.

Red Rock

[indysteel]

I did not spray the sink or mirrors. My technique was fairly good but getting better.

Red Rock

That's good! I've managed to give myself a bath with my water pik more than once!

[badger]

my dentist said that I have periodontal disease, so he recommended I use an oral irrigator. I looked into the waterpic but didn't want a big, bulky thing on the counter so I got a battery-operated Panasonic

I've been very happy with it. My gums bled for a long time, but now I use the higher setting and they don't bleed anymore. My dental check up was much better the last time, too.

I was also told to floss after I brush, as there would be more chance for gunk to get under your gums before you brush.

[ClockworkOrange]

Thanks so much for all the advice and recommendations.

After hours of browsing the internet and checking out reviews, plus here, my partner has gone for the battery operated Panasonic, as we do not have an electric point in the bathroom and the thought of him using it elsewhere...........I think could be grounds for divorce (not that we are married)!

I dread to think of the mess of the bathroom mirror and anything nearby when we first use it.

[Red Rock]

Update....

Just wanted to let you all know that I went in for my 6 month checkup and the hygenist was very happy to see my mouth. Someone who actually takes care of their teeth.(!) Anyway I told her that I was using the Waterpik, brushing and then flossing. She/they were very happy : ) I have no major issues and happy teeth.

So I just wanted to let you all know the good news. And thank you so much for assisting me in the purchase of one of these items. N + 1 applies to other things other than bikes! Let's just hope I get a lot of long use out of my waterpik.

So here is to clean teeth. Also Happy Riding when you get the chance too.

Red Rock

[shootingstar]

A perpetual problem with gums and I should be more vigilant. Natural teeth are an asset for a life.

It is interesting the types of problems certain people do get. My partner's teeth seems to be more sensitive to acids, etc.

I have gum problems, but cavities have been incredibly rare for me...considering the fact that I eat more desserts now compared to first 30 years of life.

It must be body chemistry, diet, whether or not I take any oral medication (not yet) or has a drug abuse problem, that may affect tooth enamel.