Dental hygienist here. I use the WaterPik, in addition to standard flossing, and recommend it frequently and was able to get some great tips from this video. I like the idea of filling the reservoir twice and the lips closed for a less messy experience. Definitely will be adding that to my patient instruction.
@@Servant813 I have been wondering the same thing! I just keep it very close, sometimes it touches but it is hard to feel the difference once you get up to a high pressure!
@@nnahler now that I've been using my Waterpik for over a month now, I do touch the tip on the gums in between the teeth. I just slide it along the gumline. And you are right, it is hard to know for sure with the high pressure. I have mine on 8.
OMG thank you for telling me to keep my lips pursed around the pic and then quick spitting. I just bought this unit and my whole bathroom got a shower... I made a horrible mess. Thanks! I am now more comfy with my unit and will use it regularly.
I started using these products recently since I am hesitant to go to a dentist these days. They have really helped me. I use the water pik and the sonic brush 2.0 with the water pik. Works great!
Great advice, I didn't realize I should use 2 fills one for upper and lower. Also great idea using the salt/peroxide solution! Never thought of that! Glad I watched this video, thanks!!!
A really good product...it prevents the build of even the smallest amount of plaque-provided that you still brush your teeth regularly. I use it after the last meal of the day . After using this I do only drink water until next the morning. I brush my teeth in the morning plus mouth wash -somewhere during the day at work( ca 1 hour after lunch) and then about an hour after dinner-or whenever I have the last meal and beverage of the day.
I prefer and have the type that hooks up to the shower head, no power needed, no mess, no noise, no stopping to refill, less expensive and you can do it while showering. You can also attach it to the sink if you like.
Thank you Dr. It's nice to know I can replace regular floss with the water pit. At least that's what I just heard you say. I think I'll use both just to be sure. I LIKES MY TEETH! AND AGAIN THANK YOU.
10 is like supercharged you'll cut your gums open that's a really strong stream.water is known under pressure to cut things open. BE CAREFUL WHAT SETTING YOU CHOOSE IT'S A STRONG JET STREAM OF WATER.
steve henrichs hey steve sounds like the best setting to keep on it is definitely is number 1 as it’s default when using the unit i learned to keep it on the lowest setting possible
This is totally different than my periodontist trained me to do. Use a flexible small rubber tip. And move it slowly along the area between teeth and gums, spending extra time between teeth. Keep the pressure around 3, or it can damage your gums. Water temp is personal preference. I like it hot. It cools down quickly while going through the tubing.
Well ... he was saying this as in... 'I'm surely assuming you want to keep all your teeth .. so don't go skipping any of them!' ... (this was his point with that fun way of putting it comment).
Well, I wish that I would have seen this video before I decided to jump right into using my water pick lol. I had water EVERYWHERE! That's also what I get for not reading directions lol. Lesson learned.
What about the sonicare air floss. How do you feel about that? I already constantly floss with those little stick flossers as I am very diligent about brushing and flossing, but are those things worth the money. They seem lots more efficient but that means nothing if it's not working as well.
Does this replace normal flossing? Or do both? Also I use bristle picks to and is it ok if they rub against the inflamed gum between the teeth? They bleed a little but only when I use the bristle pick and not regular floss. Guess I’ll look into buying one of these and see if that works better.
Thanks, for your video. I would like to add more info about using the Waterpik. Your comments would be appreciated. Maintenance and Use of The Waterpik (12-2018 ) Note: Follow the instructions before first using the Waterpik. 1. It is recommended that you plug the unit into a GFCI protected receptacle to prevent electrical shock. 2. Warm water is recommended. Water from your water heater may have contaminates. Use filtered water that is at room temperature. Do not add anything else but water to the water tank. 3. The Classic Jet Tip is effective for general use. The Pik Pocket Tip is more effective and is recommended at the 1 - 3 settings. 4. Just before using the Waterpik, point the tip in the sink, turn ON the unit and let water flow into sink, to get rid of existing water, then, rinse the handle and tip under water. 5. Do not run the unit with no water in the water tank. 6. The Waterpik can be used before brushing your teeth or after. String flossing is recommended. 7. After using the Waterpik: a. Rinse the handle and tip under water. b. Remove the tip and store it in a dry location, such as, behind the water tank. c. Remove the water tank and turn upside down to air dry. d. Push the button on handle to ON and lower the handle and hose below the unit and allow the remaining water to flow out. Use a container to catch the water. e. Store the handle inverted in its’ storage case. f. Unplug the unit from the electrical receptacle. 8. It is recommended that ONLY one person use the Waterpik. ( Tell children to NOT use the Waterpik unsupervised. )
I guess you can use both string and the water floss for double assurance. Nice video, but you forgot to tell people as you use this particular unit that there is a pause button on the handle to stop the water from flowing as you pause to spit. They should have designed it so that you press the button to make it flow, not the other way around. Just got mine and I like it so far, but still a little uncoordinated using it. If you put some mouthwash into the water, it makes your mouth feel so much fresher.
I saw a video that it should before, because the toothpaste contain fluoride that helps our enamel. So if you use it after, the fluoride would be washed out. I would say before brushing is best.
THIS THE BEST INVESTMENT A PERSON CAN MAKE.FIND A SETTING THAT FEELS COMFORTABLE AND MOVE FROM TOOTH TO TOOTH AT THE GUM LINE.YOU WILL NOT BELIEVE THE FOOD PARTICLES THAT YOU DON'T GET OUT BY NORMAL BRUSHING.USE IT EVERYDAY AND YOU'LL FEEL A DIFFERENCE YOUR GUMS WILL FEEL THEN FOLLOW WITH FLOSSING.
Once you start using this you never feel clean teeth without it. And your dentist will notice the difference from the past exams when they examine them again.
Today, I used it for the first time. While flossing I put the tip of the flosser in my mouth and moved it along the gum line but did not put at any angle. I’m scared it will spoil my gum line because of the pressure.
After watching this video i went to the store down the street and bought it. My first time was a big mess... I sprayed everything around me. How often am i supposed to do this? Twice a day? Every day?
I can't understand why people are saying that when they first used this unit they made a mess of their bathrooms. Surely it's common sense to keep your mouth closed when using any water floss. Another thing instead of pushing the tip to one side while you spit, why not just turn it off using the on off button on the handle and save water. All these water floss units need are a little common sense.
I have this exact Waterpik model. Dude you are tough as nails.! Level 10! My gums bleed like hell on a level 7! I have very healthy gums and I find level 5 works well for me. Yikes a 10! 🤯🤯🤯
Outstanding information, especially on the timing and choice of tips. And the amount of water that's used. It's too bad the Water Pic sounds like a jack-hammer in use.
@laurence brownstein filling the reservoir twice and use it for upper and lower teeth that will be more than 5 minute is it okay?cause i read in the instruction manual page 4 that "Do not use this product for more than 5 minutes in each two-hour period"
Can you get these at drugstores or are they only available online? I've had my braces on for three days and I'm realizing how arduous flossing traditionally has gotten.
they sell them at Target, Walmart, Costco, maybe Walgreens. I don't know if you have these stores in your area but a water pik is about 50-60 dollars if you get the one as in the video. I got one from Costco for I think $50 (which is the cost of just the water pik alone at other stores) and it came with a mini travel sized water pik as well as a second set of tips. Hope this helped
What do you mean "only the teeth you want to save"? And how often should we floss? Ive been doing this every day for weeks and I'm sure it's creating increased sensitivity to cold water. Also not sure it's kind on my gums.
That's an interesting question from A-DSplay/YuGiOh101. Flossing with mouthwash? It might get expensive though, I would think ? Maybe diluted mouthwash.
Should also mention: 1) use warm water vs cold….less shock to the gums and b) use listerine to get some bacterial wash into gums. Finally, not sure I understood why the need for 2 fills for upper and lower.
Mr Brownstein, what about the air-water jet that they use on the patients in the dentist chair? That seems so much more effective. It too is a continuous jet, but of both air and water. I guess it would be expensive to buy tho.
Dental hygienist here. I use the WaterPik, in addition to standard flossing, and recommend it frequently and was able to get some great tips from this video. I like the idea of filling the reservoir twice and the lips closed for a less messy experience. Definitely will be adding that to my patient instruction.
Should we water floss before or after we brush our teeth?
@@LKLD_Grandma before
This might be a dumb Q, but do I touch the tip of the waterpik to my gums or hold it near?
@@Servant813 I have been wondering the same thing! I just keep it very close, sometimes it touches but it is hard to feel the difference once you get up to a high pressure!
@@nnahler now that I've been using my Waterpik for over a month now, I do touch the tip on the gums in between the teeth. I just slide it along the gumline. And you are right, it is hard to know for sure with the high pressure. I have mine on 8.
Best demo I’ve seen yet for this. Hard to not soak mirror, counter, self..lol
Got one for Christmas and started using it. It's fantastic. It knocks out food particles I'd normally miss with regular dental floss>
OMG thank you for telling me to keep my lips pursed around the pic and then quick spitting. I just bought this unit and my whole bathroom got a shower... I made a horrible mess. Thanks! I am now more comfy with my unit and will use it regularly.
I didn't close my mouth at first and the bathroom looks like a Water Blaster fight took place. Bathroom down for maintenance..
Chazz Summer does it work?
Chazz Summer Yup same here haha
So I found out until I saw this review.
just leave a small gap open away from where the tip is located, that way the water just falls in the basin or sink.
Same. Looking straight in the mirror mouth wide open. Water went everywhere lol.
I started using these products recently since I am hesitant to go to a dentist these days. They have really helped me. I use the water pik and the sonic brush 2.0 with the water pik. Works great!
Great advice, I didn't realize I should use 2 fills one for upper and lower. Also great idea using the salt/peroxide solution! Never thought of that! Glad I watched this video, thanks!!!
The best demo I've come across thus far. Thanks!
A really good product...it prevents the build of even the smallest amount of plaque-provided that you still brush your teeth regularly.
I use it after the last meal of the day . After using this I do only drink water until next the morning.
I brush my teeth in the morning plus mouth wash -somewhere during the day at work( ca 1 hour after lunch) and then about an hour after dinner-or whenever I have the last meal and beverage of the day.
Fantastic presentation and demonstration. Thank you.
Glad I found this. I drenched myself and everything around my sink, the counter, and the bathroom mirror when I first used mine.
Just do this while taking your shower.
Are you the dentist from finding nemo?
LMAOOOOOOOOOO
💀💀💀💀💀🥴🥴
Great video. I love my water pic. Got it today just one use and I already said I will not go another day without it!
carmela rogers me too!
4 years later, is it still working??
Thanks for a clear explanation, you solved my main doubts about time, angle and if it has to be done from both sides.
Great advise
I'm sure this product will never succeed in the Netherlands.. :-O ;)
translate.google.com/#nl/en/water%20pik
Ooooor, depending on the target audience, get a high volume of sales for the wrong purposes, hahahahaha.
Anyway they added the name: Water Flosser
That's one of those unfortunate words we always ass-u-me the worst for meaning! '-)
The best video instruction for waterpik. Even he mentions of kind of water for this. Not always warm water. Great...
I liked that you showed how you used it, most videos skipped that.
Great video!! Thank You for the detailed instructions!
This saved my gums! Highly recommended.
Recommended nightly routine:
1. Brush
2. Irrigate with WaterPik with very warm/hot water
3. Floss
Jay Schwartz for gum disease it works even better when used before and after brushing. Some people even add mouthwash to the water.
I do add add Listerine or Crest mouthwash.
@@godblessabra2036 you mix the water with listerine ?
@@godblessabra2036 i was thinking about adding oils to mine
Isn't Waterpik like a floss? Why would you use floss again? Then your Waterpik lost its purpose.
I prefer and have the type that hooks up to the shower head, no power needed, no mess, no noise, no stopping to refill, less expensive and you can do it while showering. You can also attach it to the sink if you like.
Just got a crown and I bought one of these waterpiks so thank you for explaining how to use it.
Very informative, explained well, and may I add, handsome dentist man! Thank you!
Fuck me dead does the thing run on a diesel engine or something?
aahahahahahahahhahaha too funny!
LOL
Tell me about it, my kid wakes up from deep sleep covered it sweat scared shitless of the sound
Sounds to me like a pressure washer for your mouth!
MsAussie83 it basically is 😂
Jesus is that powered by a 2 cycle gas engine?
UberTech It's kind of noisy but I put a washcloth towel on the bottom of the water pik to soften the noise and minimize vibrating on the counter.
4 years later and this comment just made me laugh so hard haha!
Thank you Dr. It's nice to know I can replace regular floss with the water pit. At least that's what I just heard you say. I think I'll use both just to be sure. I LIKES MY TEETH! AND AGAIN THANK YOU.
Thank you for the demonstration doctor
10 is like supercharged you'll cut your gums open that's a really strong stream.water is known under pressure to cut things open. BE CAREFUL WHAT SETTING YOU CHOOSE IT'S A STRONG JET STREAM OF WATER.
steve henrichs hey steve sounds like the best setting to keep on it is definitely is number 1 as it’s default when using the unit i learned to keep it on the lowest setting possible
Thank god. My bathroom was flooded.
+Dwijesh Sheth thank god for what?
+Dwijesh Sheth You are not alone. I did it too LOL
Wonderful demo - many thanks.
Great Presentation! Thank you
Got this a few weeks ago. Completely agree with the opinions/suggestions in this video.
This is totally different than my periodontist trained me to do. Use a flexible small rubber tip. And move it slowly along the area between teeth and gums, spending extra time between teeth. Keep the pressure around 3, or it can damage your gums. Water temp is personal preference. I like it hot. It cools down quickly while going through the tubing.
is that because you have deep periodontal pockets?
@@user-hd8ej8yx9p Yes. A few of them.
Deep pockets have different instructions.You do it wrong and you cause damage. Stay with the instructions you received.
I can't believe how I missed using this amazing product for 10 years.
I just got one and totally understand how you could do that.
I didn't know how extremely important this tool and step is to preventing tooth decay.
Headscratcher: "Only floss the teeth you want to save"
Well ... he was saying this as in... 'I'm surely assuming you want to keep all your teeth .. so don't go skipping any of them!' ... (this was his point with that fun way of putting it comment).
LOL so, all of them obviously.
Thank you so much! Great instructions!
This is really helpful- thanks!
Thanks for the demo!. Waterpik should pay you for doing this :)
+Annie Wang I'm sure they ARE paying him..
Thank you so much , u make life much simpler !!! 😄😄👍👍
excellent explanation, thanks
Great demo and information..Thanks
Well, I wish that I would have seen this video before I decided to jump right into using my water pick lol. I had water EVERYWHERE! That's also what I get for not reading directions lol. Lesson learned.
Same
lol, totally with you!
***** LMAO!! I just recieved mine...disaster...water EVERYWHERE!!!
C Edwards See, it should come with a warning label in bright red on the OUTSIDE of the box.
***** YES! Pray for me Girl!
Thanks for the video.
I just purchased a complete kit.
I hope not to make a mess!
Can the water-pik be used @ the setting of 10, on crowns and bridges?
best demo I have found
What about the sonicare air floss. How do you feel about that? I already constantly floss with those little stick flossers as I am very diligent about brushing and flossing, but are those things worth the money. They seem lots more efficient but that means nothing if it's not working as well.
I found this very helpful.
Does this replace normal flossing? Or do both? Also I use bristle picks to and is it ok if they rub against the inflamed gum between the teeth? They bleed a little but only when I use the bristle pick and not regular floss. Guess I’ll look into buying one of these and see if that works better.
excellent review & guide...thx so much
Superb video and demonstration, doctor. No dentist I've been to has recommended a water flosser. Hmm?
Thanks, for your video. I would like to add more info about using the Waterpik. Your comments would be appreciated.
Maintenance and Use of The Waterpik (12-2018 )
Note: Follow the instructions before first using the Waterpik.
1. It is recommended that you plug the unit into a GFCI protected receptacle to prevent electrical shock.
2. Warm water is recommended. Water from your water heater may have contaminates. Use filtered water that is at room temperature. Do not add anything else but water to the water tank.
3. The Classic Jet Tip is effective for general use. The Pik Pocket Tip is more effective and is recommended at the 1 - 3 settings.
4. Just before using the Waterpik, point the tip in the sink, turn ON the unit and let water flow into sink, to get rid of existing water, then, rinse the handle and tip under water.
5. Do not run the unit with no water in the water tank.
6. The Waterpik can be used before brushing your teeth or after. String flossing is recommended.
7. After using the Waterpik:
a. Rinse the handle and tip under water.
b. Remove the tip and store it in a dry location, such as, behind the water tank.
c. Remove the water tank and turn upside down to air dry.
d. Push the button on handle to ON and lower the handle and hose below the unit and allow the remaining water to flow out. Use a container to catch the water.
e. Store the handle inverted in its’ storage case.
f. Unplug the unit from the electrical receptacle.
8. It is recommended that ONLY one person use the Waterpik.
( Tell children to NOT use the Waterpik unsupervised. )
I guess you can use both string and the water floss for double assurance. Nice video, but you forgot to tell people as you use this particular unit that there is a pause button on the handle to stop the water from flowing as you pause to spit. They should have designed it so that you press the button to make it flow, not the other way around. Just got mine and I like it so far, but still a little uncoordinated using it. If you put some mouthwash into the water, it makes your mouth feel so much fresher.
Hello, thank you for the video. Do you recommend waterpicking before brushing or after?
I saw a video that it should before, because the toothpaste contain fluoride that helps our enamel. So if you use it after, the fluoride would be washed out. I would say before brushing is best.
THIS THE BEST INVESTMENT A PERSON CAN MAKE.FIND A SETTING THAT FEELS COMFORTABLE AND MOVE FROM TOOTH TO TOOTH AT THE GUM LINE.YOU WILL NOT BELIEVE THE FOOD PARTICLES THAT YOU DON'T GET OUT BY NORMAL BRUSHING.USE IT EVERYDAY AND YOU'LL FEEL A DIFFERENCE YOUR GUMS WILL FEEL THEN FOLLOW WITH FLOSSING.
I like the idea of adding salt as an option! I am wondering if I can use essential oils as well
Be careful with essential oils, I used one in mine and it left a mark right round the container. Can’t get it off, the container now looks cloudy.
Once you start using this you never feel clean teeth without it. And your dentist will notice the difference from the past exams when they examine them again.
Laurence:
thank you but what about cleaning the tip after usage?
Isopropyl alcohol would disinfect it pretty well, the highest percentage you can find.
My waterpik doubles as a bidet
You cant imagine how much you made me laugh......priceless......waterpik-bidet........
Great idea! lol Going to try it now!
Do not want to know what order you use them in..............
Gary Malone lmfao
THAT'S FUNNY!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you for this demonstration
Is this why Im in the waiting room for an hour?
Today, I used it for the first time. While flossing I put the tip of the flosser in my mouth and moved it along the gum line but did not put at any angle. I’m scared it will spoil my gum line because of the pressure.
After watching this video i went to the store down the street and bought it. My first time was a big mess... I sprayed everything around me. How often am i supposed to do this? Twice a day? Every day?
Thank you for the upload
I can't understand why people are saying that when they first used this unit they made a mess of their bathrooms. Surely it's common sense to keep your mouth closed when using any water floss. Another thing instead of pushing the tip to one side while you spit, why not just turn it off using the on off button on the handle and save water. All these water floss units need are a little common sense.
I have this exact Waterpik model. Dude you are tough as nails.! Level 10! My gums bleed like hell on a level 7! I have very healthy gums and I find level 5 works well for me. Yikes a 10! 🤯🤯🤯
I can barely get past 2!
Umm would it be possible to do this with a mouthwash product?
Outstanding information, especially on the timing and choice of tips. And the amount of water that's used. It's too bad the Water Pic sounds like a jack-hammer in use.
He's got it turned up too high for many people; that works for him, but if I had it going at full force I'd be damaging my gums
Thank you for posting.
"More pressure, mores cleansability" Really, cleansability!
Thanks, do it really matter if I use another brand?
@laurence brownstein filling the reservoir twice and use it for upper and lower teeth that will be more than 5 minute is it okay?cause i read in the instruction manual page 4 that "Do not use this product for more than 5 minutes in each two-hour period"
Can you get these at drugstores or are they only available online? I've had my braces on for three days and I'm realizing how arduous flossing traditionally has gotten.
they sell them at Target, Walmart, Costco, maybe Walgreens. I don't know if you have these stores in your area but a water pik is about 50-60 dollars if you get the one as in the video. I got one from Costco for I think $50 (which is the cost of just the water pik alone at other stores) and it came with a mini travel sized water pik as well as a second set of tips. Hope this helped
thank you, I will buy one.
Thanks, very useful
What do you mean "only the teeth you want to save"?
And how often should we floss?
Ive been doing this every day for weeks and I'm sure it's creating increased sensitivity to cold water. Also not sure it's kind on my gums.
Thats gratefully helpful video
Do all water flossers sound like jackhammers?
BlakJak206 yes
BlakJak206 Place a folded wash cloth under the unit to absorb some of the vibration noise.
BlakJak206 yes
not really I am using silon it which attaches straight to your water sourse and it is not noisy at all
mine sure does lol
glad to know i'm not alone
2:42 - Sex tip 101
What's the difference between this model and the WP-70 Classic Water Flosser?
Many thanks this is very helpful
Maintenance: Fill with water with a half teaspoon of vinegar and run through it.
Can you put liquid coconut oil in the reservoir?
Thank you. Very helpful
That's an interesting question from A-DSplay/YuGiOh101. Flossing with mouthwash? It might get expensive though, I would think ? Maybe diluted mouthwash.
Excellent video
10? ouch.
Yeah right. Blowing away pieces of your gums.
Should also mention: 1) use warm water vs cold….less shock to the gums and b) use listerine to get some bacterial wash into gums. Finally, not sure I understood why the need for 2 fills for upper and lower.
Just like mine love it 👍
Mr Brownstein, what about the air-water jet that they use on the patients in the dentist chair? That seems so much more effective.
It too is a continuous jet, but of both air and water. I guess it would be expensive to buy tho.
its only like 50-65 dollars at right aid
The dentist one has suction too.
suction for the $$$ in your wallet
a useful tip! thumbs up
Can we add some dental prophylaxy powder in water tank? NaHCO3 ?
What about using a germ kill mouth wash with cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) instead of water?
Thank you!
Great instructional video. Sharing on pinterest now. Thx :)
Can this cause gum recession at all? Also, is it safe to mix the water with mouthwash?
I just asked the same question. I use nonalcoholic mw.
I just bought one of this. Should I use it before brushing or after?
How old are you?
@@monsterdick8362 Depends on the age?
thank you
Great Video Doc!!!!!
can you add a little mouth wash to the mix?
Best would be warm salty water
Yup works great. I add hydrogen peroxide and gums have never been better.
How are we supposed to use it at 10, bruh I use mine at 5 and it feels like it’s ripping my gums😭
"Only water floss the teeth that you want to save"
Ummmm AALL OF'EM