Waterpik is a brand that produces oral health products, including water flossers. Here is what we found regarding mouthwash and Waterpik products:
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Mouthwash and Waterpik: Although all you need in your Water Flosser for clinically proven effectiveness is warm water, you can use mouthwash or other additives. Standard or cosmetic mouthwash neutralizes odors and freshens your breath, while antiseptic mouthwashes such as Listerine® contain alcohol and agents that prevent the growth of microorganisms in the mouth. They are formulated to help prevent gingivitis and gum disease. Adding any of these items to your Water Flosser reservoir can reduce performance or shorten the life of the product.
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Positive aspects of Waterpik: Waterpik water flossers are clinically proven to be effective for removing up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas, improving gum health, and removing plaque and debris from deep between teeth and below the gumline where brushing and traditional flossing cant reach. They are also great for people with implants, and those with crowns, bridges, and veneers. Waterpik water flossers have different pressure settings, and experienced users tend to like the higher pressure settings, while those with special needs or sensitive areas usually prefer the lower pressure settings.
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Negative aspects of Waterpik: Adding mouthwash or other additives to your Water Flosser reservoir can reduce performance or shorten the life of the product.
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Ingredients or materials: We found two products on Amazon that are mouthwash concentrates designed to be added to a Water Flosser reservoir. One product contains sweet almond oil, spearmint oil, peppermint oil, tea tree oil, and a proprietary blend, while the other contains mint flavor.
In summary, Waterpik water flossers are effective for removing plaque and debris from deep between teeth and below the gumline, and you can use mouthwash or other additives with them. However, adding mouthwash or other additives to your Water Flosser reservoir can reduce performance or shorten the life of the product. We also found two mouthwash concentrates designed to be added to a Water Flosser reservoir on Amazon.
