WaterPik WP-60W Personal Dental Water Jet System

Reviews of WaterPik WP-60W Personal Dental Water Jet System

1.) Victory over closely spaced teeth
Reviewed by: old salt Mount Prospect, IL USA
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For many months my wife has had problems of things sticking between two of her teeth. Toothpicks didn't work, dental floss didn't work. I purchased for her, the devices that are pre strung with floss in the hope that having a rigid support, the floss would work...to no avail. Her last resort was the WaterPic. It worked like magic!!!

2.) Great for more than one use!
Reviewed by: dman Rochester, NY USA
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I use it for the water pic function in addition to the sinus rinse tool I purchased. Works great!!


3.) Great dentaL care
Reviewed by: Charlie The Villages, FL
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This has worked wonders for my dental care. Have to be careful what setting you use it on and the direction. It lifted my cap off. :-)

Only problem is the need to make frequent solutions.

4.) As a Nasal Irrigator
Reviewed by: Sinus Sufferer Park Ridge. Il
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I use the WP 60 for nasal irrigation and I have found it to be excellent. It has a button I can use to stop the stream and transfer over to the other side. It has a stronger stream than the waterpic that is sold only as a nasal irrigator and I like that also. It does make a lot of noise when I use it but other than that I think it works great as a nasal rinse machine. I did have to pick up the nasal "wand" from another vendor but it attaches fine to the WP60.

5.) Great little gadget
Reviewed by: EliYah
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I've had my WP-60W for almost two years, ever since I started getting sore gums periodically, but rarely used it regularly. I have almost no counter space by the sink, so I kept putting it in the closet, where it would be forgotten until I started hurting again.

I finally gave in and now keep it perched on the edge of the sink. I had some bleeding the first couple times I used it, but now that's stopped and I even think the most troublesome pocket may be holding less debris. When I'm in a hurry I just irrigate the problem areas, but at night I give myself a thorough session with it. At this point, if I floss after I use the Waterpik, I get hardly anything off of my teeth!

The little monster is loud, but hey, it has to create a lot of pressure from a teeny tiny motor, and I'm sure the short lifespan of 2-4 years is what keeps the price so low. With twice-daily use I don't expect it live more than a couple more years, which frankly is a great bargain if I can avoid an oral surgeon or more fillings due to receding gums.

Last week I decided to splurge on a Waterpik Ultra Cordless Dental Water Jet, which was awful compared with the 60W--tiny reservoir, extremely awkward to handle, impossible to clean thoroughly--and is going right back to the store. Even with its noise and size, the 60W is far easier to use. I did consider the QuickBreeze - Dental Oral Irrigator w/ 36" hose, but it doesn't allow you to use mouthwash, which is important if you've got serious gum problems.

Here are some tips for the WP-60W:

* Press the reservoir down firmly over the gasket. When the water level is low it's likely to lose its connection; either press the reservoir down again or add water.

* When you get started, set the pressure to the lowest level and hold the pik pointing into the sink until the water starts; then you can get it into your mouth with no spray and carefully turn up the pressure.

* I never leave water in the reservoir; if you do, you're just asking for contamination or bacteria. That's why I decided not to buy the one with the covered reservoir.

* To keep things as sanitary as possible, rinse the reservoir and run clear water through the machine if you've used mouthwash. Remove the 'pik' and rinse it out under the faucet. Then hold the handle in the sink below the level of the reservoir to allow water to drain out of the cord and shake it into the sink a few times to remove any remaining water in the handle. I then turn the reservoir over and prop it up on the unit until it dries out, since I'm concerned with bacterial or algae buildup.

All in all, this is a great machine. It sounds like Waterpik is great about replacing bad units within a year (without a receipt!!). Nothing is made the way it used to be, but given the low price I'm not too concerned.

6.) High quality but low price.
Reviewed by: Earthmother Charlotte, NC USA
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I bought this WaterPik for my daughter who has braces. It is just like mine which I use because I have lots of crowns. We both use Listerine because my dentist recommended it (4 parts water to 1 part Listerine), and it removes food particles as well as makes the mouth taste great.

7.) It works well as advertised
Reviewed by: bicycle rider USA
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Purchased WaterPik WP-60. Perfect size for bathroom sink top. Certainly does the job. Would have preferred to have jet stream pressure setting on the console rather than the handle. Reason being, it is too easy to move to a higher pressure while "water picking".(?)
The tongue cleaner is a joke. Would not use it.

8.) Water Pick
Reviewed by: Brenda Babin Gonzales, LA USA
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I bought this for my mother. Her old one had broken. She is thrilled with this product. It is the perfect size for her and it performs beautifully.

9.) Wish I'd had one years ago
Reviewed by: M. L Lamendola Merriam, KS USA
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I bought this to replace a similar system made by a different mfr, after that one developed an irreparable leak following many years of use.

There is no doubt the WaterPik is far more effective than its predecessor. I began using it at mid-power, because I have been a dental water jet user for years and had used my other one at just a bit above mid-power. The WaterPik cleans thoroughly, as the WaterPik Website video illustrates. It removes irritants below the gum line. I can vouch for this because (to my surprise) I had some minor bleeding of the gums during the first few days of use.

Not that such bleeding is a good thing, but its importance will be clear in a moment. Please note that I don't have any peridontal disease or gum recission. Just a little inexplicable bleeding that comes with any vigorous dental cleaning. I get good numbers on the gum measurements at each exam, so this issue has just been a "keep an eye on it" thing for a long time. But the WaterPik appears to have solved it.

After regular use of the WaterPik for a few weeks, I experimented by trying a few passes at nearly full power. No bleeding. At full power, the WaterPik is quite vigorous, and I'd guess that anyone with any gum issues would not be able to tolerate it. Mid-power works just fine for me, so that's what I use. I tried the higher setting as a test and can't reproduce the bleeding gum problem that the WaterPik appears to have cured in a few weeks of regular use.

So apparently, my previous personal dental hygiene--which included brushing, flossing, and irrigating six times per day (once after each meal)--wasn't sufficient to keep my gumline free of irritants and to properly stimulate my gums. Dentists have recommended digitally (finger) rubbing my gums as a remedy, but I've never been able to stick with it--too easy to invoke the gag reflex. The WaterPik, however, has proven to be a solution I can stick with.

Because this cleans so well, I now floss only twice a day (meaning I buy 2/3 less dental floss) and yet still have clean teeth and gums.

During my semi-annual dental cleaning and exams, I sometimes had the same minor gum bleeding that I experienced upon first use of the WaterPik. The reason for this has always been a mystery, until now. It was a mystery because I did everything right--brush, floss, irrigate. What I didn't know was there is a huge difference in irrigators (dental water jets). From now on, it's the WaterPik brand for me. I will accept no substitutes.

10.) Good design
Reviewed by: Pondurenga Das Berkeley, CA USA
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The WP-60 has proven very satisfactory - easy to use; easy to clean; very effective. The only important item missing from this product is the sub-gingival tip, which apparently can only be purchased in sets of two. The regular & tongue cleaning tip are excellent. If you use soap as I do, remember to rinse it out after every use. Otherwise you will collect junk in the tubing, tip and pump. Same if you have hard water - protect your investment by running a soft water rinse. Remember that you can force water under the gum if you have soft gums and the force is set high. Start low - your gums will harden up from the pounding of the jet.

11.) 7+ Years, still going strong
Reviewed by: audio file Florida, MO USA
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I've had this model for over 7 years and noticed the poor reviews so here's my quickie - still runs strong, doesn't leak, but I'm upgrading to the Ultra.

If you're in the market for a WP you might as well go with that since the price is so close. I lost my extra tips years ago & the storage inside the lid on the ultra seems like it'll be a nice feature.

The only cons IMO are the lack of a lid over the reservoir which needs periodic cleaning. The 32 oz+ capacity will likely be missed, but I usually only fill this model halfway anyway so it might not be an issue.

I'm not junking this one - it'll go in a dark corner shelf in case it's services are required in the future. I also ordered the panasonic portable model for the car & travel (runs on AAs) - I hate stuff stuck between my teeth.



12.) The best!
Reviewed by: Althea 43 New York, NY
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Even more than my toothbrush, I rely on my WaterPik totally (I'm only sorry they can't make a travel version for out of the country that has enough power). This was a replacement and it's terrific...as always.

13.) This was a good Pik.
Reviewed by: F. Tippett Central Virginia, USA
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This is our second WaterPic WP-60W. The original is still working great after 10 plus years. This purchase is for use aboard our new motorhome. They provide excellent results. Easy to use. Easy to clean. Stores away in a small space. I would recommend one for everyone who like to keep their teeth.


14.) Great product
Reviewed by: D. Dickens Texas
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Flossing does not cut the mustard. This product makes me feel good about my dental hygiene. No more root canals for me.

Since other owners said the hose line was susceptible to breakage I got two personal size Water Piks vice the family size which would be stretched more. I will always have this product in my home.

15.) Excellent control of spray
Reviewed by: Daniel F. Lynch Burke, VA
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I had the portable Water Pik and I hated it. It broke in less than 6 months and it was difficult to handle and it needed to be refilled over and over for one good cleaning. This one is just perfect as the spray volume is easily adjustable and works very well. The basin for the water is the right amount of water for one good cleaning. The only little thing is that it is tough to put the wand back into the base for storing but other than that, it works just right.

16.) Great Flush
Reviewed by: JohnB AZ
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This device will really flush out the stuff from between your teeth, and scrub your tounge in a most pleasant way!

17.) water pik
Reviewed by: DR7200 POTOMAC, MARYLAND, USA
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Good item. Great price. Have been using WaterPik for more than 10 years since scare requiring visit to periodentist. No problems since. Also have a portable unit with which I travel

18.) Works great for me
Reviewed by: non fiction reader Houston, TX USA
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After purchasing this I have only praise for this product. It does what it is supposed to do and have had no problems.

19.) Water Pik has been good for me over the years!
Reviewed by: rich65 Huntington Beach, CA
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I bought my first Water Pik in about 1970 at the recommendation of my dentist at that time. I think that I am on my 5th one now. I think that they have each lasted about 5 years on the average. Like others have mentioned, generally the hoses fail. In more recent years they have not allowed us to get hose parts and repair this ourselves. There have been years when I did not replace a failed Water Pik. However, I keep coming back to using Water Pik and am hooked on using it. I am especially dependant on Water Pik for a good cleaning of the few dental food pockets that I have. It has also helped me to have healthy gums.

20.) It's Great, But----
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I'm on my 3'rd water pick. I love it, but each one I've owned had to be replaced because the little tubing ends up breaking and seemingly can't be repaired.

21.) Quit Carping!
Reviewed by: D. Alexander Phila. , PA
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I don't know about you, but my dentist charges $35 a minute for his fillings. For the same price, you will get two years from a device which, no matter how hard you brush, will kick surprising amounts of crud from between your teeth, can be filled with mouthwash to kill halitosis sources from between your teeth, virtually stops gum bleeding (me) with use 3x a week, and (bonus) can clean industrial parts quite well! Sure, its 89 decibals, vibrates like a banshee and squirts all over the bathroom (until you become expert), but let's not quibble! There is no substitute.

22.) Replacement Unit
Reviewed by: J. B. Nelms Buena Park, Ca United States
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I purchased this unit to replace a 12 year old WaterPic.
This unit is much quieter and it's design makes it much easier to clean and store. the rounded surfaces of the reservoir dry easier and protects the whole unit from dust when stored.

23.) So far a very Good Product
Reviewed by: Letter2you
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I've had my Waterpik about a week. I bought it to use with the Waterpik Gentle Sinus Rinse attachment. And it Works very well and does not leak, and the motor sounds as expected.

Only improvement is to make the motor run well at its lowest setting as it does with it mid to high settings. The Lowest setting seem to strain the motor, so i just avoid that setting.

Overall this is a very good product.

24.) Stingy on the Jet Heads!
Reviewed by: E. Perry
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This is a good product but it's ridiculous that you only receive one Jet Head! The one we had previously had came with three of them!

25.) Waterpik saved my gums!
Reviewed by: Healthy Concerns Bay Area, Ca
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Ok...I hate to floss...........I was getting bad and worse reviews by my dentist..........pockets getting deeper, and warnings of expensive repairs ahead........dentist informed me he used Waterpik and his gums really responded.........Tried it.............INCREDIBLE improvement......a little messy with the water, but after a really good brushing, watching those impacted little food particles floating into the sink with the water spray keeps me using it......and no more worry about bleeding gums........so I use it about every other day!

26.) It broke after one month but manufacturer replaced it
Reviewed by: JW
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It broke shortly after a month or so. I called the manufacturer after six months. All they asked was the serial number and sent me a brand new one right away. It's a grat product to deep clean your gum. My dentist used to complain about my gum at every visit but stopped since I started to use this product everyday. I bought serval of this product. The first one worked for two years. This was my second. I bought another professional model for my son around the same time and it works well without a problem so far.

27.) Clean Teeth
Reviewed by: J. Storchan Livonia, Michigan.
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I have always liked the WaterPik. The problem is that it is extremely hard to clean. The bowl is impossible to clean, residue from the water is caked on. I have to constantly clean it to make sure mildew or mold does not form.

I could not live without this product, I think it is the best of the products offered. But the manufacturer needs to consider the cleaning process. Maybe it should be made out of aluminum.


28.) Superb product, impossible to get replacement hose.
Reviewed by: Luis A. Fossati Bolivia
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Great enginering, design and craftmanship; works great every day; but I had to throw away a travel size "Waterpick" after 18 months, because it is impossible to obtain a replacement hose assembly from the manufacturer or anywhere else. It doesn't make any sense to supply an irreplaceable disposable part, on an equipment designed to outlast it three times.

29.) waterpik-60
Reviewed by: L. Martin Trinidad &Tobago
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i receive the items within 10 dys . satisfied with the shipment, received in very good condition. operates perfect helps clean teeth efficiently and clean tongue satisfactory . only one problem i need mor acessories e.g. tip for using below the gums etc.

30.) Can't live without it
Reviewed by: Fforde fan New York, NY USA
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It's still not perfect but it works better than the last one I had (that one held up much longer than I thought possible). Anyway, I can't live without it - it's the only way my mouth feels clean.

31.) WaterPic
Reviewed by: Lee R. Williams utah
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The WaterPic I purchased does an excellent job of irriagating my mouth and removing particles from between my teeth and gums

32.) E Review
Reviewed by: B. Hester Kennesaw, GA
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Wonderful product. There is nothing better for cleaning around crowns, braces and other dental work. A WaterPik is in no way a substitue for brushing and flossing, but it is the perfect adjunct for complete oral health care.

33.) WaterPik WP-60W
Reviewed by: William H. Richards
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Product works as advertised and am pleased with the purchase.Keep in mind that all waterpiks make a bit of noise, but its normal. Would recommend this for others.

34.) I have bought it again!
Reviewed by: Ralph Peters Millsboro, DE
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This is my second of the same model, the original having lasted for ten years. It has always done exactly what the literature and instructions said it would. Only two complaints -

1. It should be more repairable. A simple thing like a broken output tube is almost impossible to fix, even though a replacement part is sold, because the end of the tube attached to the unit may have lost its flexibility. In this event it splits when repair is attempted.
2. Certain mouthwashes, or too concentrated a mouthwash solution, can destroy it. Follow the instructions religiously!

35.) Great for Everyday Home Use!
Reviewed by: nitsirk USA
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I got this for Christmas and Love it!!! It makes my whole mouth feel super clean. I can see how it wouldn't be practical for taking it on trips...which is understandable (and that's why they make small hand held ones). I have super sensitive gums and often times when I floss or brush my gums bleed. I feel like this product gets the job done with out all the mess. It's a little hard to get used to at first ( I squirted myself in the face a couple of times) but is worth the hassle.

36.) WATER PIK REVIEW
Reviewed by: Nick Nicholson Scottsdale, AZ
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Water Pik has the best water jet system that I have used. The problem with it is that you can plan for the unit to fail in some way in 3-4 years. The usual failure mode is the plastic hose breaks when you least expect it and you know it because it usually gives you a good soaking in a couple of seconds. The most recent failure mode is the "on-off" switch stopped working on my old wp-60w and I called water pik and they apologized, but since it was out of warranty (1 year), they couldn't help me. The real difficulty is that there's no way to repair these units. Fortunately, this latest failure occurred with the on-off switch failing in the on mode, so it really didn't die, but it made using the water pik a bit inconvenient. I bought a new one because it's only a matter of time before my old one fails in the usual manner. I like these units because they are small and portable and I always take one with me when I travel.

37.) Big mess in the bathroom!
Reviewed by: amphibiac the swamp
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Nothing cleans your teeth like a Water-Pik! Or your mirror, or your walls, or your floor..... Trigger doesn't always shut the flow all the way off.

38.) Waterpik made in China
Reviewed by: B P Sacramento, CA USA
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American design, Chinese manufacture. Plastic hose came off handle first time I tried to use it. I secured the hose with tape, which seems to work ok, except that I cannot store the handle in the base. As a tooth/gum cleaner, it works great, if a little messy (water everywhere). If you buy it, just be aware that you are buying a Chinese made product.

39.) I love, love, love my Waterpik!
Reviewed by: LisaJo Durand, VA United States
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I love, love, love my Waterpik! My dentist recommended that I get a dental irrigator and I am wishing I got one sooner. Okay, it can be a bit messy. But, it is definately worth wiping up some water for how well it cleans.

40.) Waterpik
Reviewed by: L. Hubbs Wilmington, DE USA
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I surveyed the prices and felt this was a good price for a quality product.

41.) Not as Good as It Used to Be
Reviewed by: GG CA
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I've been using a Waterpik for several decades now, and while the effectiveness of the product -- excellent for oral irrigation and toughening the gums -- has been consistent, the design and quality of the product have faltered. My first Waterpik, purchased in the early 1970s for sensitive gums on the recommendation of my dentist, lasted far longer than my more recent purchases. Sometimes the motor gives out, and sometimes the hose gives out.

That said, no product lasts forever. But what really annoys me is the design of the current product. First of all, instead of two "picks," Waterpik now gives you one "pick" and a "tongue cleaner." And when you attempt to purchase replacement picks, you must buy them with the tongue cleaner as well. Furthermore, the design of the current model is too big and bulky, not neat and compact as it once was. And lastly, the only way you can close the Waterpik is by removing the pick every time; the top will not fit over the bottom otherwise.

Bottom line: It is still a good product, but it becomes increasingly inconvenient with each new iteration, and I think the market is ripe for the competition.

Update May 2008: This Waterpik finally went the way of all moving devices (the cable from the implement broke), and I purchased the newer "Ultra" model. Many of the inconveniences of the "Personal" model have been eliminated in the Ultra: The Ultra has a much smaller footprint, the jet is positioned better, and it has a top to cover the reservoir when not in use. Even though it is about 50% more in cost, it is worth it to me (despite the blue reservoir, which doesn't match any of my countertop accessories).

42.) 3.5 Stars. Great Idea--Poor Design.
Reviewed by: mtk5150 Titusville, FL, USA
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Look at the photo carefully. See the tub up on top where the water goes? It's not attached permanently. It just kind of wobbles up there with a small gasket around the hole in the bottom where the water is fed into the motor. In other words, if you were to remove or bump the tub while it has water in it, it will spill over everything. Also, you can't leave any water in it and place the mouth piece in its holder or set it on your counter for a moment, as it begins to slowly drain water if it's not held higher than the level of the water--a syphoning effect occours.

The tube that extends from the unit to the mouthpiece is cheap and way too short (hardly 3 feet) and it's so strongly coiled it ends up hardly being able to reach 2 feet.

The motor is very loud and sounds like an old rusty boat motor and shakes itself around my counter. (I learned setting it on a towell helps to immobilize it, and quiet it a bit, which is good because I'll also have a towell ready in case I bump into the tub.)

Why then do I use it? Well, because it actually works! Once I mastered the art of using this half-baked contraption, I found my mouth, teeth, and gums are cleaner than ever. The stream of water it puts out is very powerfull and "Piks" up where brushing and flossing leave off. I'd gladly buy a better brand if one existed, but to my knowledge, WaterPik are the only ones making such a machine. I think that explains why WaterPik has cut so many corners making this thing--no competition! No one else wants to make them.

43.) This is not the best!
Reviewed by: ddppkosh CHARLOTTE, NC USA
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I have been using waterpik for about 6 years now, my 3rd waterpik broke this week. When I tried to replace that one I found Conair Interplak Dental Water Jet in a local store, I had to buy it because they did not have a waterpik and I could not live with out one!!. When I tried Conair Interplak Dental Water Jet I was pleasantly surprised by its performance, it was quiet and jet had enough force but it did not hurt my gums at all!!!. A big problem with Conair Interplak Dental Water Jet was that it has a smaller tank, so you have to stop and refill 3-4 times before you complete!!!.

44.) Works for me!
Reviewed by: DaveO Silverdale, WA USA
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As another reviewer pointed out, potential flooding and definite noise have to be dealt with, but it's not too difficult to learn the tricks needed to keep water going where you want it. My current one, several years old, has finally burst the water feeder coil, and has a lot of miles on it, so I dropped in to get a new one.

I'm hooked on my Pik, despite its flaws, because it really finishes up a teeth cleaning job. I have some pockets along my gum line that flossing and my Sonicare (which I love) just don't clean well enough, making for some nasty breath and potential greater problems, but the Water Pik takes no prisoners. Gunk is gone!

The Pik also gives the gums a great massage, and when I'm done, I know I've done everything possible to keep my teeth happy and firmly connected to the rest of me.

45.) Lousy design, great results.
Reviewed by: cornerstoregoddess Los Angeles, CA USA
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This is perhaps my 5th Waterpik. Eventually they die or start leaking in odd places, turning your bathroom into a rainforest. Why do I keep coming back? THEY WORK! I get compliments from my dentist and my dental hygienist. Better than flossing. Keeps those gums healthy. It's bulky, it tips, and I love it.

46.) Short-lived Power Monster
Reviewed by: Mark Schaeffer New York, NY United States
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This baby can blow out your back teeth. But it blew itself out after six weeks. The good news: the Pikheads were willing to replace it with a phone call. So if they keep replacing it, I'd give it five stars though it is noisy and I use it in my apt at three in the morning. A towel underneath dampens most of the ruckus.

47.) No Cover!!!
Reviewed by: Roger W. Hodges Huntington Beach, CA United States
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I bought this to replace a 25 year old model. There has been no incremental improvement over time. It is VERY noisy. The wand handle must be positioned "just so." and there is no cover for the large tank.
I would not buy or recomend this model.

48.) 27 Years of Waterpik'in so far and still have great teeth.
Reviewed by: Ronald Hinton
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PRO: Good strong flush between teeth and under gums from outside and from behind gums every night before bed. Add a little mouthwash to the water. Also half a teaspoon of bleach added to the water is a dentist secret for destroying bacteria in the mouth. Then brush with a sonic toothbrush using paste not gel. The decay occurs at night while you sleep. Always waterpik before bedtime and keep your own teeth in your head for many years. Easy to use, lean over sink, let the water pour out of your mouth instead of splash on the mirror. I had braces in my early 20's and not could imagine not using a waterpik 4x a day just to feel decent. Anyone with braces should use a waterpik all the time, regardless of age. Nice, neat ritual for life.

CON: The power slide switch on the handle is a joke. You get maximum pressure or minimum pressure, no in-between until the motor starts to fade which will be in about 8-9 months. Never run water over the entire waterpik or it penetrates the housing and will weaken the motor almost overnight. Just wipe it off or use a scrub brush rinsed under the faucet to keep the nooks and crannys clean. Always turn the water bowl over and close the lid down on the housing or the entire waterpik will attract dust and grime very quickly risking water damage to the motor due to excessive cleaning. Expect to buy a new one every year for reasons listed here. It's really cheap dental insurance so don't complain.

49.) The tem i received only has one jet tip
Reviewed by: Li Lu
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According to the description of the item, there should be 2 color coded jet tips, I only got 1 instead. I am not satisfied with this seller.

50.) Just Okay
Reviewed by: Mary E. Davis
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I had another dental system that was working well. I purchased this because of the brand name and the compact design. It works okay, but vibrates too much which is annoying.

51.) Worked great for a two days!
Reviewed by: BADAMS Augusta, GA USA
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I had never used a waterpik before, but my dentist recommended one to me. The first time I used it I was surprised for two reasons. The first was how loud it was! The second was that I had never had a home cleaning that was so good. It was so great I didn't mind the fact that I needed ear plugs when it was turned on. Okay it's not quite that loud.
Here are the things I didn't like. When gripping the nozzle I found myself accidentally disconnecting it because my fingers were too high. If I lowered my grip I would accidentally lower the pressure. Both things were easy enough to get around, but annoying.
Then two days later it would only work at a low pressure which was both dissapointing as well as useless. Two days! Not that I was too surprised. When the motor is on it seems to pump violently.
Well, I bought the WP-100. I've used it once, and love it so far. It's quiet, and the nozzle is easier to use.
Pay the extra few bucks and get the WP-100.

52.) Really quiet
Reviewed by: Reviewer Mary Little Falls, NJ United States
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The older models are much louder. It's a shame that I have to keep getting new units as they start to leak after a while.

53.) Water Pik Woes
Reviewed by: Ken Dodge Central Florida
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Purchased this as a replacement of my previous unit which had become very noisy and produced an irregular stream. This one is not noisy but the stream is just as irregular as the one it replaced. I am wondering if I wound up with a 're-conditioned' unit. I will keep this one and I am resigned to having to replace this appliance annually.

54.) Waterpik
Reviewed by: engineer geek
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The unit accomplished its purpose of cleaning between teeth.
The problem was that it kept tripping the GFI outlet in my bath.
Probably a random mfg problem. I do not know if this is a typical problem for these units.
I know the outlet is good since I can ( and DO ) regularly plug in a vacuum sweeper that draws around 10 Amps.

55.) Save Your Sales Receipt
Reviewed by: Jerry P. Danzig New York, NY USA
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What a piece of junk! I had it for a full day -- just long enough to throw out my sales receipt, of course -- before the hose popped off the handle, shooting water all over the bathroom. I'm not sure why Waterpik expected the hose to stay on the handle in the first place; it looks like it must have been secured with spit -- or prayers -- as there is no tape or gromit of any kind to secure it. Apparently a "handle replacement kit" is available from the manufacturer, and I have inquired how I might order one. I suspect Waterpik does a thriving business selling these, as the hose/handle connection is so flimsy it seems sure to fail -- in my case, within one day. My advice: save your sales receipt in case you need to return your unit to the store where you bought it, or you require warranty service. Pathetic.

ADDENDUM (written one week later): Well, I was wrong. You DON'T need to save your receipt, unless you want to return a failed WP-60 to the store. I contacted Waterpik at their website, explained the problem -- and one week later they sent a whole new unit. I must say, they certainly stand behind their (faulty) product! (Perhaps it helps if you point out, as I did, that if the problem of the hose detaching is common enough to warrant a topic on their customer support page, perhaps they might engineer a more effective solution!) Does the new unit work? The hose appears to be affixed more securely to the handle, but I am still using my first unit, as I devised a simple but effective solution while Waterpik was making their move: just by wrapping a length of Scotch plastic tape around the detached hose, you increase the circumference of the hose enough to make a snug fit with the little white plastic collar tucked in the handle where the hose attaches. So you just remove the collar from the handle, slide the collar on the hose now reinforced with the tape, plug the hose into the handle, then reinsert the collar so the tab fits under the lip of the handle. Again, one wonders how Waterpik stays in business effecting such elaborate solutions to such simple (but critical) design flaws; it's like an auto manufacturer giving you a whole new car because they had installed faulty lug nuts on one of your wheels. Another design flaw that shouldn't exist on such a mature product: the irrigation tips really need a gnurled grip so you can turn them in your mouth easily when they get wet while in use. Beyond this, the motor works (so far), and Waterpik does stand behind the product. One also has to wonder, however, what would happen to Waterpik's market share if a Japanese company who sweats the details like Panasonic decided to make a plug-in oral irrigator...

SECOND ADDENDUM (written a few months later): Grrr -- the cleaning tip broke this morning when I tried to remove it from the hose. You'll need to keep a spare or two in the house, and I understand that Waterpik only sells the tip with a tongue cleaner, which I don't need. Again, yet another fault in what should by now be a mature product...

56.) I expected more from waterpik
Reviewed by: J. Snow Sunnyvale, CA United States
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I recently purchased this model and was surprised at the poor
design--there were two main things that were wrong:

1. The lowest power setting is too weak, while the next highest setting is almost too powerful and uncomfortable. There needs to be more gradations of jet power--I don't have sensitive gums but I couldn't imagine anyone being able to withstand the higher settings.

2. The power control is located in a bad spot--on the part you hold while using, and you have to be extra careful not to let your wet thumb slip and accidentally increase the jet power, which could easily hurt your gums.

I expected a company that's been making this product for 30 years to have had a better design.
I definitely would NOT recommend this product.

57.) OK, but doesn't last
Reviewed by: Northwest Reviewer
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My first WaterPik was purchased in the 1970s and lasted almost 30 years before the pump finally gave out. It was the family model and came with four plastic jet tips that also lasted 30 years.

A friend bought me this model as a replacement, and right away I noticed a couple of things I didn't like: first, there was only one jet tip plus a tongue cleaner (which I have yet to use), and second, there isn't enough room in the base to wind the cord properly. The second point annoys me every time I use the unit, as it won't sit flat when the cord is wound up.

I haven't used my new WaterPik very much--no more than 50 times--and the last time I tried to detach the jet tip from the hose, it broke off at the end. Now my Pik is useless, and currently Amazon does not carry replacement tips. So with shipping from an outside vendor, I'll end up having to pay approximately half the price of the entire unit just to get replacement tips.

58.) Loved it the 2 months before it began leaking...becoming unusable
Reviewed by: future looking for something else BR, LA
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Waterpik Ultra Dental Water Jet. Wow, can I tell you how improved my gums and mouth felt for about 2 months! But.... It was very short lived, as the tubing leading to the pic began leaking--then quickly lost all function. Sorry, but I cannot afford to buy multiple units. Also, it seems the motor is fine...what a waste! Not doing it!

59.) dissapointing
Reviewed by: tooth fairy fl
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The unit cannot be covered unless the tip is removed;so I don't do it. Looks like hell uncovered.

The handle is too thick to easily revolve the tip when using in mouth.

I'm comparing the new one to old 25 yr one and yes they don't build them like they used to

60.) Pain in the you-know-what...
Reviewed by: Charlie Griffin
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This is my third Waterpik oral irrigation system. The first two lasted at least 3 years. This one is a piece of you-know-what. First, the resevoir does not fit over the unit with the irrigator tool in place after use. Second, I have to fiddle with the resevoir several times before the water will travel through the irrigator tip properly...pain in the you-know-what. Third, it seems to need flushing with bleach and water to rid it of a musty smell in the irrigator tip. Once I get the blasted thing to work, it does a wonderful job of getting debris left after flossing, but it's still a pain in the you-know-what knowing that there are better models available.

61.) unreliable
Reviewed by:
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Purchased the WP70W model two months ago. It is already nearly
non-functional. It appears to be leaking water from inside the handle therefore no water pressure at all. I have purchased
Teledyne Water Piks in the past and they didn't last very long
either. It had been a few years since I used this model, so I
decided to try them one more time. Big mistake. The Braun Oral-B
MD-15 Oxyjet is your better bet.

62.) Can't pump water anymore
Reviewed by: Keith Nichols Dallas, TX United States
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I bought a WaterPik in about 1963, and it ran fine till about 2001, when the pump wore out. Teledyne, the new owner of the brand, said no replacement parts were available. I bought a new WaterPik, expecting another 40 years of use -- silly me! The switch malfunctioned in a couple weeks, and I exchanged the Pik for another one. This one ran okay till a few weeks ago, when it lost its ability to provide pulses of water at more than one setting. Yesterday, even that setting produced insufficient pressure to serve any purpose. And the water in the reservoir simply ran out the bottom of the unit. I assume the pump leaked. Anyway, the firm listed on the WaterPik web site as the repair place in Dallas says it does no repairs, but only ships units under warranty back to Teledyne. Anybody know another brand of oral irrigator that I can try?

63.) Not worth the money
Reviewed by: Matthew Greenberg San Jose, CA USA
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I bought this product since I have gum disease and need to floss. I always had trouble flossing and this product seemed to be a good solution.

I read some of the reviews before buying this product on Amazon. The reviews were not necessarily glowing but okay. I should have paid more attention to the reviews since they are not wrong. The problems that I ran into are as follows...

1) There is no switch to shut off the water stream without turning the system off. So if you move the spayer from your mouth, water will spray across the room. At the lowest setting the stream is strong...

2) As other people have noticed, the WaterPik has a vibration problem. The WaterPik periodically starts vibrating and it makes use very difficult.

Since my dentist is now recommending an oral irrigation system, I need to look at a different brand. I am now considering the portable Panasonic irrigator. It is not perfect, but I have a number of Panasonic products, at home, which I am happy with...

64.) don't do it!
Reviewed by: LumpyOatmeal near San Francisco, CA
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Ok, I'm an idiot. My 3rd Water Pik has given up the ghost after 2 months. The first two started leaking water like crazy at the handle; nothing came out the tip, it all came out in the handle. The latest one leaks water and so it's obviously an electrical hazard.

65.) Quality is declining rapidly.
Reviewed by: Suzanne Corrin Westlake Village, CA USA
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I've used a waterpik everyday for over 20 years and found it very helpful in keeping my gums healthy. However, I have replaced it frequently over the years, always due to the same problem: leaking hoses. Every replacement lasts less and less time...5 years, 3 years, 1 year... The one I currently own lasted less than 30 days before the motor went out. I am returning it to the store. If I could find a better company, I wouldn't buy from Waterpik. Interplak's and Conair's oral irrigators are not strong enough for me in their stream of water. But until something better comes along, I find it a necessity to own a waterpik if you want to avoid periodontal disease.

66.) Bad spelled with two bad's
Reviewed by: Herbert Arthur Rideout
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I didn't believe all the bad reviews having used WaterPiK for over 20 years so I went ahead and bought one anyway, what a disappointment. Within a week it started to stutter and lost water pressure now two months later almost all the pressure is gone. I could have saved some money had I just disregarded all those glowing reviews from questionable sources. I am not sure just what we old time WaterPiK users are to do. Anyone know of a product that works? Please email me if you do.

67.) Motor gone in 4 weeks!
Reviewed by: A Reporter
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This product, although poorly constructed, did a good job while it lasted! I bought this waterpik on March 9, 2005 and as of April 5, 2005 the motor is gone. What a rip off!

68.) Waterpik NOT Durable
Reviewed by: wnderman Honolulu, HI USA
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I have been buying as family gifts and using WP-60 higher end models of the WaterPik for the past 5 years - approximately 17 units. Every unit has been used habitually on the average of at least 3 times per week. Only one unit had lasted for almost 15 months before the handle and tubing began leaking resulting in hardly any water pressure at all. Every other unit failed in the exact same way lasting less than a year. All units cannot be repaired and have no replaceable parts reasonably available. Even on sale, this product is too expensive for an expected useful life of one year at a frequency of 3 uses per week. This product is very cheaply made in that it fails to return a reasonable value. Yesterday, my newest WP-60 tube and handle finally broke down exactly like its predecessors. I put this into use new only 8 months ago. I am now going to look for alternatives elsewhere.

Be a smarter consumer than the marketers.

69.) Just another piece of sh$*^ From WaterPic
Reviewed by: Allen Boyce West Hartford, CT
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After going through three portable units from Waterpic in two years, two of the units I repaired multiple times, I decided to go with the plug-in unit, which for some foolish reason I though might be more durable. This is not the case. After about two months of use, the pump is beginning to fail. You might as well just take your money and flush it down the toilet. Clearly this brand manufactures only trash, all of it coming from China, of course.

70.) Another Example of Poor Design
Reviewed by: DH
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My Water Pik (WP-60W) is unreliable after 5 months. The fault lies with the reservoir. After 5 months the
reservoir began to shutter and would not pump water. The only way to get the system to work is to
apply pressure to the seal between the reservoir and the pump while you are trying to use the product. Apparently the seal becomes unseated after a few uses. Terrible quality Terrible design. I guess Waterpik did not perform enough qualty testing on this one.

71.) Really Poor Product
Reviewed by: R. Speir
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As with others, mine started to leak at the handle in 3 or 4 months. So I tried to do what I did with the last one I had (also a Water pik)--I tried to open the handle to replace the cheap plastic tube that goes from the pump to the handle. In a crass exhibit of planned obsolescence, this one is sealed so that you have to break the handle to get it open. Once open, I found, as I expected, the cheap plastic tube had cracked, thereby leaking most of the water into my hand when I used it. At this point, I thought about super-gluing it together, but realized that I really hated this thing and Water pik in general for duping me into replacing with their product the one I had that lasted 10 years.

Don' buy this one, and if you find one with a plastic tube, determine if you can replace the tube yourself. If not, your machine has a lifetime of at most a year, and probably less.

72.) I love the Ultra Waterpik but, I cannot afford to buy a new one every 2 months!
Reviewed by: Jeanette E. Voss
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I was advised by my dental hygienist to try the WaterPik. I got the basic cordless and it was ok but, it stopped working after a couple of weeks. By then I was sold on the idea of the WaterPik so, I went back to CVS and spent the extra cash to get the Ultra cordless. Loved it! I didn't send in the warranty because I trusted the WaterPik name and certainly the Ultra couldn't be problematic. The Ultra stopped working about a month later. I was following all the instructions about charging etc. By now I am addicted to using the Ultra so, I went back again to CVS and got another ultra and filled out the warrantuy just in case. Two months later, still following the care instructions, it stopped working. I mentioned this to the hygienist yesterday and she was shocked. I told her I purchased an Ultra for my son at CVS when I visited in another part of the state. I said I would call him that night and see if his was still working. I did and his is working, and he loves it. I will contact the WaterPik people and see if they will honor their 3-year warranty. If I get one that works, I would rate it 5 stars.

73.) Water pik WP- 60W failures
Reviewed by: Al Campbell Oscoda MI.
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I bought a WP-60W less than one year ago and the pump has already failed. It never did work well. It pumped intermittently with very low pressure or not at all. It is a cheesy contraption at best in my opinion. Previously I had a WP-32W. It had 2 Pik Pocket Jet Tips 2 reservoirs Lg. & Sm. and it lasted 10 years. Teledyne has stopped making this one. Go figure !!
I am looking for an alternative obviously.

74.) CHINESE "JUNK" AND THIS IS NOT A BOAT
Reviewed by: FRANK Guanajuato, Gto., California Sur
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To be very honest, I only post negative experiences with products since it is my belief that when one purchases a product good quality should be a given. I own TWO of these units, which are model WP-65W, essentially the very same unit as the 60W. All of the negative issues already posted, such as the motor seizing, have been experienced by me. I am posting this review because China has come to earn a very negative reputation for producing inferior quality, just read the newspapers. On the other hand, WATERPIK is responsible for the specifications on these products. I use these units because I have gum disease and daily use helps me. There seems not to be much of a choice in the marketplace just now.

75.) You'll Be Sorry
Reviewed by: Betty the Beatle Fan
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I have always loved predecessors of this product, but this one is terrible. Its bulky and vibrates terribly. When making your buying choices, select another model number, I wish I had.

76.) A gift that was burnt on first use
Reviewed by: Silvina Argentina
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I bought the waterpik for an aunt, unfortunately she plugged it directly to 220 and burnt it.

Features of WaterPik WP-60W Personal Dental Water Jet System

First choice of Dentists and consumers, personal dental water jet system.

1.) Clinically proven 93% more effective than flossing at reducing gum disease;
2.) Removes bacteria deep between teeth and below gumline where brushing alone won't reach;
3.) Massages gums to make them strong and healthy;
4.) Healthier Gums in 2 weeks, guaranteed, ideal for cleaning around braces and dental work;
5.) Color coded jet tips;

Package Height x Length x Width: 8.8 in. x 8.8 in. x 5.2 in.
Package Weight: 2.5 lbs.

Accessories for WaterPik WP-60W Personal Dental Water Jet System