The oral irrigator is designed to clean teeth and interdental space, get rid of plaque, and massage the gums. A stream of water under pressure will thoroughly clean stone and food debris from hard-to-reach places. It is necessary for people with braces, crowns and bridges, but it is also suitable for the prevention of dental diseases in the absence of dental problems. The review describes the characteristics and features of the WaterPik WP-100 Ultra model from the market leader - the American company Waterpik Inc.
Oral irrigator – what is it?
An irrigator is a device in which a stream of liquid solution is delivered into the mouth. Under pressure, this liquid easily washes away small food residues, dirt and bacteria from areas that cannot be reached with a regular brush. This device can easily clean the inner and lateral surfaces of our teeth, as well as the spaces between them.
Before using the device, you need to pour liquid into a special container, which will be supplied by the nozzle under high pressure. Using ordinary water in an irrigator is ineffective. Therefore, in most cases, special solutions are used that have a bactericidal effect and are capable of destroying pathogens.
For diseases of the oral cavity, for example, caries, periodontitis and others, antibacterial liquids and antiseptics are used. Also, such remedies can be effective in getting rid of bad breath. If you want to use an irrigator to prevent caries and other diseases or strengthen tooth enamel, use special solutions with a high content of calcium and fluoride.
Most of these devices are used both as a device for cleaning the oral cavity using a strong jet, and as a massager. Using an accessory operating in “spray” mode, you can effectively massage the gums and oral mucosa, thereby improving blood circulation in them. In addition, each person will be able to choose the pressure that suits them - soft or intense - in order to brush their teeth without experiencing discomfort.
What types of irrigators are there?
To know which oral irrigator is best to choose, you need to have a good idea of the different types they come in.
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Based on their operating principle, these devices are divided into 3 categories:
- mono-jet, in which the therapeutic agent is supplied in the form of a strong jet under high pressure;
- pulsed - the solution is supplied in the form of a pulsating jet;
- microbubble irrigators are equipped with an air pump. The working solution in them is saturated with small air bubbles, which burst upon direct contact with the surface being treated.
Based on the method of use, there are 3 types of irrigators:
- stationary, which must be connected directly to a source of electricity;
- portable, powered by batteries or rechargeable batteries. These devices are great for people who spend a lot of time on the road, as they are light in weight and have small overall dimensions, which allows them to be taken with them without any hassle;
- The least popular type is irrigators that can be connected to a water supply.
By purchasing absolutely any device, you will receive several additional attachments in the kit. In most cases, they are exactly the same and are intended for different family members who will use the device. Often, for ease of use, such attachments are painted in different colors. At the same time, more expensive devices may also come with special attachments designed for use in the presence of certain problems, for example:
- nozzle for cleaning the surface of the tongue. It helps not only to get rid of unpleasant plaque, but also to freshen your breath;
- attachment for special gentle care of implants;
- a brush for more effective cleaning of teeth, which also massages the gums well;
- nozzle for cleaning bracket systems. People who wear special devices to correct their bite especially need an irrigator with such an “assistant.” It is impossible to clean the surface of the teeth under braces with a regular brush, despite the fact that a huge amount of dirt accumulates underneath them and needs to be removed. This is exactly what a special device will help with.
Functionality
WaterPik WP-100 Ultra works on the bubble principle. The technology involves mixing air bubbles with water. At the same time, the jet under pressure hits the teeth, breaking down plaque and food debris. Due to the presence of oxygen in water, it has a bactericidal effect, which helps destroy microbes.
The handle rotates around its axis, giving freedom of action and allowing you to reach anywhere. To stop the water flow, just press the button on the handle. The feeding power is regulated on the body, you can set the optimal mode for each family member.
Not only the teeth, but also the gums should be treated with an irrigator. The jet massages them, destroys pathogenic bacteria, and promotes healing. You can also use the device to remove plaque from your tongue, for which there is a special attachment.
You can add special liquids to the water tank for cleaning and treating teeth. For convenience, a measuring cup is provided.
Who needs an irrigator?
Having found out what an oral irrigator is, you should decide whether you personally need it. By and large, the device would be useful to absolutely all people. After all, as you know, any disease is easier to prevent than to treat. Regular use of an irrigator can significantly reduce the likelihood of developing caries and other oral diseases and strengthen the enamel, keeping teeth healthy for as long as possible.
However, such devices are quite expensive, and most people purchase them only if they have certain medical indications. In particular, this device is recommended for use in the following situations:
- during pregnancy and breastfeeding to prevent gingivitis;
- people who constantly smoke;
- those suffering from diabetes and other endocrine diseases;
- with decreased immunity;
- people experiencing discomfort and pain during the eruption of wisdom teeth;
- if there are crowns, implants, dentures and braces in the mouth.
In some cases, you should consult a doctor before using such devices, for example:
- in the presence of diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- within 24 hours after fixing the prostheses;
- with exacerbation of oral diseases.
The first time after using this device, your gums may bleed a little. If this phenomenon does not go away within 10-14 days, you should stop using the device and consult a doctor.
Advantages and disadvantages of Waterpik irrigators
Brush, floss and toothpick did a good job on our teeth and gums in previous years (and even centuries!), but, alas, they were never able to provide them with guaranteed cleanliness. The hard bristles of the brush are not able to cope with coffee stains on the enamel or clean the tongue until it shines, the floss is not always able to penetrate into the tight gaps between the teeth, where contact caries thrives, the toothpick is not able to massage the gums and thoroughly, but painlessly treat the gum pockets...
But an irrigator copes with all this in a joking manner - an easy-to-use and extremely useful device that provides high-quality hygienic care for the oral cavity. With this smart device, you can not only keep your teeth healthy and white, but also prevent the development of diseases such as periodontal disease, pulpitis, gingivitis and many others. It is no coincidence that the demand for this thing is growing, and manufacturers do not get tired of supplying the market with more and more advanced models of irrigators year after year.
In some areas, the irrigator effortlessly bypasses the dental floss and brush
One of the recognized leaders in this field for more than half a century has been the Waterpik company, whose oral care devices have long won worldwide fame. And there are many reasons for this:
- Waterpick irrigators have a multi-level liquid supply function, thanks to which each user can choose the optimal mode for him;
- several different attachments included with the device make it possible to provide comprehensive care for teeth, gums and tongue;
- at the same time, the presence of two standard nozzles allows you to turn the irrigator from a personal hygiene item into a device for shared use for two people at once - it is enough to allocate each of them their own individual nozzle (and if you purchase an additional set, all family members will be able to use the device);
- with the help of an irrigator you can not only brush your teeth, but also take care of braces or implants that require especially careful handling;
- a voluminous reservoir for liquid allows you to treat the oral cavity without interrupting to fill the container with water again and again;
- Models of this brand do not cause problems in use and maintenance.
The irrigator will faithfully serve the whole family, firmly standing guard over the health of your teeth
It is worth mentioning one unconditional record of Waterpick: this company has 52 full-scale clinical studies to its credit, confirming the effectiveness and safety of using irrigators of this brand. So it is no coincidence that dentists recommend them to their patients.
But if we are completely objective, we will have to admit that not all users were satisfied with the products of the Waterpick company and even managed to count many mistakes made by the manufacturers when developing these devices.
The disadvantages of irrigators include:
- inability to connect to water supply;
- lack of a bracket to mount the device on the wall, freeing up space at the sink;
- an abundance of splashes during operation;
- the fact that most of the devices of this company (in addition to portable ones) are powered only from the mains, without a battery, and besides, they are often equipped with a cord that is too short;
- a price that some buyers considered excessively high.
Some users consider the abundance of attachments unnecessary - some of them are simply lying around idle
To start using an irrigator, you don’t need any special reasons - your desire to take the best possible care of yourself is enough. We don't need a reason to buy a newer and better toothbrush, do we? There are also no clear contraindications to the use of this device. However, dentists advise you to think carefully before entrusting the health of your teeth to miracle technology if you have:
- bleeding gums or other disease associated with the oral cavity is noticed;
- the integrity of the mucous membrane is compromised (you recently had a tooth removed or had gum surgery);
- have any heart disease. In this case, before purchasing the device, you need to consult a doctor and get his approval for the purchase.
Choosing an oral irrigator
First of all, you need to evaluate in what conditions you are going to use this device. If you practically never leave home, give preference to a stationary irrigator, which must be plugged into an outlet, as it is more reliable and durable. For those people who constantly move from place to place, it is better to purchase a portable device and take it with them.
Next, you should pay attention to the fluid reservoir. The more people in your family are going to use the irrigator, the larger its volume should be. It’s the same with the number of attachments: each household member must have their own. People suffering from certain dental problems should buy a device that comes with appropriate attachments to get rid of them.
Reviews of the most popular models
“What is the best oral irrigator to choose?” - this question can often be found on the Internet. Men and women who have already used this interesting device are happy to share their reviews and recommendations.
One of the best oral irrigators, judging by the reviews of Internet users, is the German device Oral-B OxyJet. Its cost in most stores is more than 5,000 rubles, but it fully earns the money spent on it. The effect of its use can be seen the first time, and, in addition, it is quite reliable and durable. In the event of a breakdown, even after the end of the warranty period, the device can be easily repaired at any Braun service center.
The second most popular is the Russian-made irrigator Donfill. Despite the quite reasonable cost - the price of this device usually does not exceed 3,000 rubles, it successfully copes with the functions assigned to it and helps maintain the oral cavity in excellent condition.
Finally, the most unflattering reviews can be found about the Waterpik WP-100 E2 Ultra irrigator model. Included with this device you will receive 7 different attachments, each of which is intended for a specific purpose. However, the effect of using this device is almost invisible. In addition, such irrigators very often break down, and repairing them is extremely difficult: not all service centers undertake this work. Many people who purchased Waterpik WP-100 E2 Ultra for a fairly large sum - about 4800 rubles - regret the money they spent.
Thus, an oral irrigator is an extremely useful “gadget” and has virtually no contraindications. The use of this device is indicated even for young children and pregnant women for the prevention of various diseases. Meanwhile, the device is not cheap, so before purchasing it you should carefully weigh everything, read the reviews and choose the model that is right for you.
Irrigator Waterpik WP-100 - reviews
Irina
https://zubovv.ru/krasota-i-uxod/irrigatoryi/polosti-rta-waterpik-wp-100.html
My husband and I have been using this irrigator for about a year now. I chose this model because of the good water pressure. I can say that the stream of water really comes out under strong pressure. We usually clean on mode 6. Of all the attachments, we only use the regular one. She's the most comfortable. I like to do this cleanse after eating. And it removes all the pieces of food between the teeth, leaving a feeling of freshness. I recommend cleaning with special solutions.
borodko2010
https://catalog.onliner.by/toothbrush/waterpik/wp100e2ultra/reviews?region=minsk
The presence of implants and crowns, as well as crowding of the lower front teeth, prompted the purchase of this device. I spent a long time choosing between models. I settled on this one. Compact, noise level is very low (only at position 10 it vibrates and makes noise much more noticeably, but I use it the least often), reliable compressor, very nice plastic, attachments can always be found on sale. It thoroughly cleans out all the residue that the brush did not pick up. I use filtered water and the first time I used a lot, but each time the amount decreases with the skill I acquire. Naturally, for the first time I splashed the entire mirror, but gradually the amount of splashed water decreased to a minimum. I am very pleased with the performance of the device!
Bobrov Alexander
https://peredpokupkoy.ru/otzyvy-waterpik-wp-100-ultra-12764173/
Advantages:
The advantage of this device is that there is pressure adjustment from 1 to 10, this is very important for weak and bleeding gums. There are several attachments included, one of which helps to clean the gap between the gums and teeth, with minimal pressure. Although I mostly use one attachment.
Flaws:
If you use bad water, the nozzles get dirty and I don’t know how to wash them.
A comment:
An excellent irrigator, my friend and I have the same ones. We're both happy with it.
Anonymous387811
https://otzovik.com/review_1461740.html
Advantages:
quiet, good for gum problems
Flaws:
small tank, difficult to find replacement nozzles
Oral irrigator waterpik wp 100 is a very good thing! My mom has gum problems and not every brush suits her. And here the waterpik wp 100 irrigator comes to the rescue. It does not injure the gums and cleans the oral cavity well. In addition, it works quite quietly.
VSP
https://otzovik.com/review_6033211.html
Advantages:
It perfectly washes away food debris between the teeth, especially when these gaps increase. Perfectly massages gums
Flaws:
Temporary stop button doesn't work well
Gave it for my birthday. It took me a while to get used to it. At first he sprayed everything around, then he began to rinse with his mouth closed. Gradually I reached maximum pressure. I forgot about bleeding gums. But, unfortunately, without a toothbrush, plaque remains on the teeth. Therefore, I brush my teeth in the evening and rinse them in the morning. But after cutting pieces of meat, you have to use an irrigator in the evening when the brush doesn’t work. I've been using it for 3 years and I'm happy with it. But I only use one attachment, the simplest one, I haven’t mastered the others, and I don’t feel the need.
Anonymous2116371
https://otzovik.com/review_7397433.html
Advantages:
beautiful design, compact, not noisy, many attachments
Flaws:
For me there are no disadvantages yet, I’m happy with everything, someone may not like the short cord with a plug, but that didn’t upset me either.
I'm so happy with the purchase that I wanted to share my joy. It really cleans out all the residue, I tested it, I liked it from the first use, it’s not noisy. There are a lot of attachments, so far I only use two, for regular cleaning and for cleaning pockets, I will try to master them all over time. I recommend.
experimentator
https://otzovik.com/review_7414449.html
Advantages:
Doesn’t take up much space, 10 modes, large volume of water tank (600 ml, and this is almost enough, so you shouldn’t buy a waterpik with a smaller volume - you’ll be tortured by pouring water every 20 seconds), nice design, the cord is just right.
Flaws:
It is noisy, but tolerable; if you close the bathroom door, you can barely hear it.
I had no idea before that after brushing and flossing, something could remain in your teeth. How wrong I was! The most obvious example: eat kebabs and nuts. After standard cleaning, turn on the irrigator and you will clearly see why you need this thing! The meat just flies out in pieces. My husband doesn’t appreciate it; I use it once a day, before bed. Also included are all kinds of attachments. I can’t say anything about them, since I only use one standard one. The water pressure, i.e. the pressure of the supplied jet, can be adjusted. This is convenient, since my small child is periodically interested in the irrigator and tries to use it for its intended purpose. I use it on the highest setting. And I let my child clean on medium.
cheral
https://irecommend.ru/content/plyusy-i-minusy-irrigatora
I bought this irrigator through Ebay in the UK. Thus, saving 2 thousand at that time. For us it cost 6 thousand, and on Ebay, together with delivery, 4 thousand. I needed it because I had braces. I took off my braces a long time ago, but I can no longer live without an irrigator. I'm used to good things. There is no point in ordering on Ebay now. The price in the store is the same on Ebay, but the store also gives a guarantee.
I won’t write technical specifications; they are all available on the Internet.
I'll go straight to the pros and cons.
Pros:
1. very powerful, 620 kPa is more than enough. Knocks all the food out of the interdental spaces in two. There is something to compare with, then I bought a portable irrigator CS Medica, which is not half as powerful, although the power is written as 590 kPa. About him
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2 Lots of attachments. But in fact I only used two. The one for the interdental spaces (regular) and the one that looks like a regular brush. With water supply, cleaning is much more effective.
3. A fairly large water tank of 600 ml. But I would still like more. My husband had enough, but I didn’t have enough for braces, besides, I like maximum power, and with maximum power, the water drains faster. We have to get more water. I’m writing this as a plus only because other irrigators have even less.
4 As you already understood, you can switch the power. as many as 10 different speeds. I used small ones only at the very beginning, when I got used to it, then they are not needed. I used only the most powerful one.
5. Nozzles are sold without problems in stores. You can also order from Aliexpress. But lately I don’t see the point, the price in stores is the same as on Ali.
Minuses:
1 Inconvenient lid, in which there are nozzles, I want to remove it completely, it gets in the way. which I subsequently did. Fortunately, this does not affect the functionality of the device.
2 Hard water causes limescale deposits. But in principle, the device is not so delicate that it breaks.
2. And the main disadvantage. The irrigator worked for me for 3 years. At the moment the sandwich maker closed, the automatic power shutoff system in the house was triggered. The electricity had gone out before for various reasons, but after this time my irrigator would not turn on again. Perhaps the voltage drop was too strong. When I rushed to look for service centers, it turned out that there were none at all in my city. And no one undertakes to fix it. It was very upsetting. I hope that over time they will all appear. That's why I don't throw it away.
Let me sum it up. The main thing for me in a device is power. When the power is low, the irrigator is of no use. And the power of this model is very good, so it copes with its function 100 percent.
I'll tell you everything
https://irecommend.ru/content/pribor-dlya-tekh-kto-nosil-nosit-brekety-no-est-analogi-deshevle
The dentist advised me to buy an irrigator after my next visit. No, I didn’t have any problems with my teeth, but as a child I wore braces to correct my bite. After that, they put iron strips on the backs of my teeth. The dentist said that you should definitely use it to clean these glands and recommended this model.
I’m not one of those who skimp on my health, so I bought what was recommended. I have had the device for two years now, and at one time I bought it for 5,000 rubles.
Well, what can I say, at first the question arose: how to install this thing, because the wire is very short, and we have an outlet at the opposite end of the bathroom, although the room itself is not large. I had to struggle with extension cords every time, but the wire reached from the sink to the floor. It is very uncomfortable.
The kit comes with a lot of attachments, but I only use one, the rest were somehow not useful in the household. You also need to get used to using the device, it is very noisy and there is a lot of splashes, you hit the jet at random. The reservoir is basically enough for one cleansing session.
In general, the model itself is good, if not for the super short cable.
Since I work, it’s not convenient for me to put this extension cord here and there every day…. In general, after two months I gave up on this device and now, God willing, I use it once every 1-2 months, when I have a free day.
As for cleaning teeth, as such…. There is no “cleanliness” effect, I didn’t see any special pieces of food flying out of my teeth. Well, I don’t know, maybe I just haven’t tried it in 2 months?
The most important thing I want to say is... Soon after the purchase, my mother came to visit and saw this miracle device, of course she also wanted one. But she did not dare to pay 5,000 for it, but bought the Chinese version for 2,200 rubles, with the same number of attachments and a LONG wire.
Her device works properly and is no worse than this (she hasn’t used it herself, according to her), for example, she really likes it. So judging by my story, think about whether it makes sense to overpay for a brand.
I am adding to the review:
When I was pregnant, problems with my gums began to appear in the form of gingivitis, and when I went to the dentist, it turned out that the irrigator did not heal the gums at all, although for some reason in advertisements they always say that irrigators help the gums very well. However, alas, I was forbidden to use it at all, so another myth in the use of new technologies has been destroyed.
