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However, if the user has braces, THIS IS THE PRODUCT FOR YOU! Messy or not, it is worth it. Think of how much you paid (or are currently paying off) for those braces!
I waited to post this review for six months. That is when my son got his braces and the dentist recommended this product to me. The water pulses feel wonderful when the gums hurt from fitting and tightenings, and the water can get those little places that a tooth brush (electric or not) cannot reach.
If only there was a way to keep the water from bouncing off the teeth and/or braces and splattering everywhere!
27.) As good Waterpik product as it gets
Reviewed by: Somroj Vanichvatana Bangkok, Thailand
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As a 10+ year user of Waterpik, I'd say this one works as it promised. It cleans the teeth better than flossing but much quicker and easier. Together with brushing, this makes a complete dental cleaning system.
Compared to my old one that lasted 10+ year, this one work smoother, quieter, and pulse faster. Putting on the tips are easier and the clear water reservoir looks really nice. I have not tried the smaller enclosed reservior yet but it will be nice for using Listerine.
If you are not familiar with this kind of cleaner, you will experience things other reviewers mentioned: the cord pull back, the hard water stop button, etc. But for me, this is as good as it gets. The main idea is to get pulsing jet of water to clean your teeth. So you can't get away with cord, water splatting, etc. But the concept works.
Last, I'm giving it four stars because the water jet is not as strong as my old one. But from my experience, it will get stronger with age. So over all, I love my new Waterpik :)
PS: In the old one, the motor is still running, but the water cord leaks.
28.) After the rest, this is the best!
Reviewed by: L. Edwards Pennsylvania
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My first dental water irrigator was a WaterPik and the operation was great. Unfortunately, over the years, I have had the same problem with several machines. The tube that goes from the irrigator to the tip breaks or cracks and cannot be fixed or replaced. Becoming frustrated, I tried several other irrigators but none of them has the performance of the WaterPik. -- So I'm back to WaterPik and hoping the problem has been resolved!
29.) A useful product if you're not a fussy person
Reviewed by: Tarheel Jonny
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It can be messy and noisy to be sure, but so far it seems to work well. Between the two basins provided, there is enough water to get through a single cleaning either fast or slow. The Pik-pocket attachments are like gum stimulators and are less messy than the regular jets. Overall, it works as a useful tool for flushing out food particles and fighting gum disease. To keep your sink relatively dry, you need to keep your head down low--which some people may not like--but that seems like an inherent problem with a countertop irrigator. If you are finicky you might want to look at the handheld model for use in the shower--but you might want not to have to go to shower just to clean your teeth either! Bottom line--if you like the idea of being able to flush your gums, and you're not too fussy, it's worth it.
30.) Excellent cleaning device
Reviewed by: Thrasymacus Doylestown, PA USA
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We purchased one of these when my wife got braces on her teeth. It has proven ideal for keeping her teeth and braces free of food particles.
It is slightly noisy (bear that in mind if you are using it early in the AM while your spouse and kids are sleeping!), and is quite compact. One complaint that I have is the hose - which curls tightly and sometimes caused the cleaner to twist in my hands - but this is not a big deal
The water resevoir is sized nicely, so that I have just enough water to finish a session.
The tongue cleaning device works quite well. You are given several different heads, so the whole family can use the unit, and have their own waterpik.
Highly recommended!
31.) Not perfect
Reviewed by: UnderToad Northport, ny United States
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There are some flaws with the design. The hose could be a bit longer; the small water holder could be a little bigger; the large tank should have a way to be closed without having to take the tip off; but, I had another brand that had those features and the Water Pik is better. Why? Pressure. If you want something that does the job, buy the Water Pik. Flawed, yes, but still the best one out there.
32.) Great product...
Reviewed by: SCB Fort Washington, MD
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But very loud. Any adults/ teens with braces should definately get this product. It helps clean up any residue food particles that my have escaped your brush and dental floss. I havent experienced any of the problems some reviewers seem to have, I think its only a matter of using the product as specified by placing on a flat surface, priming the attachment before every use and ensuring that the reservoir is firmly in place. I only concede on the fact that it is pretty loud, with the exception of that one factor its a 5-star product!
33.) Does the job
Reviewed by: Joe Kilian Wamego,KS
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Over all I am pleased with the water jet. I have used a water jet for over 10 years and when the switch on my old model wore out I order this current model. The new model is easier to change tips, although occansionally the tip will unlock from the base unit while using. A simple move and it is back in the proper position.
For cleaning between the teeth it works as good as the old model. I would not be without it. Back in the 1990 the dentist warned me that I would probably lose my teeth in ten-15 years.With the waterpik and brushing my teeth are in better condition than in 1990. I repreat I would not do without it.
34.) Works great!
Reviewed by: P. Parham USA
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I like it very much but it is noisy. Finally getting the hang of using it without getting water all over the place. I do wish it had a lid for the large container which is actually a cover in itself. I really, really like the gum line pick, works very well.
I like to use food grade hydrogen peroxide with distilled water but it messes up the plastic container well.
35.) Best Yet But Not Perfect
Reviewed by: driftless
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This is my third water pick. The first two were Conairs. The WP-72 has 3x the spray force of the Conair. It also sounds like it has 3x the force. Everyone in the house will know you are practicing good hygiene. This sounds like it is piston driven like the Conairs. If that is the case, be careful never to put even modestly warm water in the pick. This caused the piston to seize in my last Conair.
36.) Water Pik Pro
Reviewed by: C. L. Kwan Easton, PA
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Water Pik seems to work well except that water leaks out of the pressure control switch (on the handle). Perhaps this is meant to be. I use the second lowest setting, per my dental hygienist's direction, so there is enough water in the tank to do all my teeth. I suppose if one used a higher setting the water would run out and have to be refilled.
Carl Kwan
37.) WaterPik
Reviewed by: Tc Ak.
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Excellent job of cleaning. It does however sound like a MAC Truck running in your bathroom - my wife thought something was flying apart.
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38.) Clean braces, but gums can bleed
Reviewed by: brace face suburban milwaukee, wi, usa
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I have braces so I got this to keep em clean. does a great job for that but the high setting can make your gums bleed....also pretty noisy
overall, does a good job in cleaning out the mouth
39.) Works well
Reviewed by: thurdy Pennsylvania
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It works well, better than my 10 year old model when it was new. Price is reasonable.
40.) Feeling Clean and Fresh ,aaahhhhhhh ! all the time.
Reviewed by: R. Fajardo
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Me and My husband have a bridge that needs to clean all the time certainly help us . its easy to use and effective.
41.) Help
Reviewed by: Paul M. Rubsam Appleton, WI United States
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This is the second Waterpik wp-72 that I have owned. The first one lasted about 3 years with almost daily use. This one I am having trouble with. The switch doesn't want to activate the water flow when it is moved up and down. It sounds like the solenoid isn't opening and closing properly. I am waiting for a complete failure before I contact someone about a replacement. As far as the appliance it does do the job it was intended to. So hopefully there aren't too many out there with a bad switch.
42.) It's fine but a simpler model is good enough
Reviewed by: JW
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I bought this model and another inexpensive personal model as well. The personal one is good enough and saves you money. My son wears brace and uses this everyday. It helps a lot.
43.) Waterpik Professional WP-72 Review
Reviewed by: Dee Michigan, U.S.A.
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This product works really well. The two well system, is very convient and the self storage of all the extra components is great.
44.) waqter pik
Reviewed by: DaveM Honolul, Hawaii
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Ok, but all the appliances are not needed. The cheaper model is better.
45.) Same ole Waterpik
Reviewed by: Waxy Brooklyn, NY
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Bought this for my sinuses, to use with a Grossan nasal tip. The Grossan tip fit on my previous model Waterpik, but not this one. I took the rubber tip off and jammed it onto the Waterpik attachment instead.
It is noisy, but all Waterpiks are noisy.
The unit I bought does not come with an outer cover for the larger, 1,00 cc reservoir. The travel reservoir that comes with the unit does, however, have a cover.
46.) Best of its type
Reviewed by: Keith Nichols Dallas, TX United States
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May 2003 -- I bought a WaterPik irrigator the day Lee Harvey Oswald was murdered (November 1963) and used it for 40 years. It's great for removing particles from among your teeth and has pressure settings that provide gentle to painful pulsations. The problem of splatter is avoided by closing the lips somewhat during use and leaning over the sink so the water can flow out of the mouth.
The other day when the pump in the 40-year-old WaterPik gave up, I rushed out and bought another WaterPik (the manufacturer no longer makes pumps for the old model). This new one worked okay for about six weeks before refusing to turn on. The store swapped it for another one four days ago. So far, it works fine, although I might note that the original WaterPik was more compact and easier to manipulate than the new design.
Update, May 26, 2006 -- The WaterPik still works more or less, but it often refuses to emit any water at all and at its best produces a stream at only one or two of the pressure settings. This gadget is obviously not built to the standards of the original.
Further update, July 13, 2006 -- The WaterPik (actually a model WP-60) produces no pulsations, and the water in the reservoir runs out the bottom of the base unit all over the counter. I assume the pump and/or the connection between the reservoir and the pump is leaking. The repair facility listed in the WaterPik web site says it does no repairs but merely sends items under warranty to the factory.
The original WaterPik design was simple, functional, and reliable. There was no need to change it at all. But the current models are larger, the pressure control has been removed from the base unit to the "wand," where it is nigh impossible to set one-handed during use, although the setting is easily changed inadvertently during use. The reservoir cannot be placed down over the base unit without removing the tip from the wand, whereas in the original design, the wand stood outside the base unit so that this could be done.
Further update, July 27, 2006 -- I now have a new Waterpik, the "Ultra Dental Water Jet." The device has no model number, only this name. So far it works just fine and has the advantage of being considerably smaller than the WP-60. Cost about $60, though, at Target. The Teledyne name no longer appears on the product or literature, so maybe the Waterpik company has re-formed itself for the better.
47.) 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.
48.) Sticks and must be repaired after 3-4 months.
Reviewed by: RUPguru2B Falls Church, VA United States
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This item works well when it is working. The jet can be adjusted depending on how much pressure you desire. Problem is that the mechanism that pumps the water tends to stick. You can shake the item or click the switch on and off and this will usually get it running again. However, after 4 months mine gave out. I had to take it apart and manually turn the gear and oil the mechanism. It is once again working, but what a pain.
49.) WP-72 dental Water Pick
Reviewed by: MARINA SAN DIEGO
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The pick is good as far as power goes. It leaves a lot to be desired regarding use. It is awkward to control the water pressure and the direction of the stream. I am 6'1" tall and I have the machine setting on the sink which makes the water hose just a little bit short. Its usuable but if there was an other 12 inches of hose I think it would help a lot.
The machine is way to noisy compared to my old machine
50.) WaterPik is a great product, but ...
Reviewed by: Michael P. Bobee Hoyloke, MA USA
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I received my Waterpik, and within two weeks, the pump failed. A replacement unit was sent and received within ten days, but there was a large piece of plastic rattling inside the unit. I am hoping the third one is a charm. They are a great product and do an excellent job,- when they work. I have decreased my dental visits because of good dental hygiene, and these units contribute greatly.
51.) waterpik
Reviewed by: Michael E. Brady los angeles ca
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after 3 days the pump would freeze up. i contacted the company & they sent me a new unit. this was very nice of them, but i was a little bit put out that the pump didnt have enough torque. however since i took it apart and ran oil on the plunger it started working and i guess i really dont have anything to complain about
52.) Please don't use bleach to clean your teeth
Reviewed by: flotsette
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Despite the "advice" of the dental hygenist mentioned below, please do not use a diluted bleach solution to clean your teeth. Bleach is toxic. Use diluted Listerine or other antibacterial mouthwash.
I bought this model, and the jury is still out as far as reliability. Mine worked the first time, at least. I have to agree that it is amazingly loud, even with a towel underneath. And yes, I fear my neighbors will think I'm running a lawnmower in the bathroom. The tongue scraper attachment seems worthlessly small; buy a stainless steel one instead for $3. Yes, the cord is too short and the unit is difficult to maneuver. But if you follow the directions enclosed in the package, you won't make such a huge mess.
53.) Another case of stopped-working
Reviewed by: David Sewell Crozet VA
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My dental hygienist recommended using a Waterpik with a very dilute bleach solution to clear up some periodontal problems. It did a great job of doing that, and I stopped using it regularly. Recently I started up again, and after a brief period of use the unit basically failed: it works at the lowest two water pressure settings only--moving the slider to a higher setting results in just a trickle. The unit is about 1 1/2 years old, still under warranty so I may see if I can get it serviced, but what a nuisance. The 2-star rating reflects 4 for performance, 0 for longevity.
54.) It worked great, but only for 10 days
Reviewed by: book love usa
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I loved it. It's very powerful. It cleaned every thing from in-between teeth. I used it twice a day. But after only 10 days, the pump stopped working. I sent Amazon an email, they sent me the replacement right away. (Great service from Amaaon). I hope the second will last.
55.) great when it works
Reviewed by: college grad de usa
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after 3 months stopped working. why would company want to acquire a bad reputation by selling such a poorly engineered product.
56.) Leaking after 1 day
Reviewed by: adonamaria LAF,LA
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Started leaking at the handle after 1 day of use. I like the features, but will return and consider other models. Previous waterpik lasted 5+ years.
57.) Bad motor
Reviewed by: Katherine New York
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We bought the WaterPik WP-60 last week and the motor has failed on the second day. I really liked it on the first day, but if it cannot last, what's the use?
58.) Defective Hose
Reviewed by: bp7190 bangor, me usa
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This item has a lousy hose... over time becomes brittle and almost impossible to fix.
Splits keep occuring - ok if you want a shower - poor hose material makes an otherwise good product very frustrating to use.
For a real adventure try to go to their web site and get a real body...
59.) Bad design
Reviewed by: rgwfly Jacksonville
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Well my second one just quit. The first unit lasted about six months. I sent it back to waterpik and they gave me a new one. I have owned water piks that have lasted ten years. What went wrong? this is just junk.
60.) Disappointed
Reviewed by:
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I was happy with the unit when I got it, but the motor failed after about 6 months. I won't be purchasing another Waterpik.
61.) mine too! broke after a few months
Reviewed by: Mr. V.
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I had an older waterpik that lasted for about 10 years but had to "upgrade" to a new one when I couldn't get the old-style jet tips anymore (it was very annoying that the jet tips would wear out so fast; I was replacing them every few months. Smells like "planned obsolescence" to generate tip sales).
So the new one worked for a few months before it gradually took longer and longer to develop a useable pressure. The pump motor eventually seized and so into the garbage it went.
After reading here about how others have run into the same problem it's obvious the product is APOC so I Will Never Buy Another WaterPik Product Again!
62.) Messy and Poorly Designed
Reviewed by:
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The handle is way to small to fit in an adult's hand. The hose is too stiff and tries to stay coiled. The pause button is difficult to hold down. The entire unit is very loud especially when you try to pause it. I bought mine tonight, but it will be returned tomorrow. The pulsating water does seem to do a decent job of cleaning if you can get good enough to apply it properly. I do not recommend purchasing this unit!!!!
63.) yet another "They don't build them like they used to"
Reviewed by: Senjiwe Al-Muhadinis San Francisco, CA USA
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We used another brand (which is no longer manufactured) for about 20 years and it died. I received this today, read the instructions, primed it and set the small tank up for mouthwash before bed. To my dismay the solution flowed all over the bathroom counter. Apparently the pump does not have a back-flow preventor. I also disliked how the hose vibrates, those vibrations carry up and my hand shakes while operating. And the noise level is irritating. Most unsatisfactory. I am returning.
64.) Junk
Reviewed by: Deanna Jarvie
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We bought this WaterPik less than 6 months ago and is hasn't worked properly since the second week. The handle leaks water and it has gotten so bad that it drains the reservoir, even the large one, in one use. I've used Water Piks for some years, the old models where the wand and the pressure control was outside of the water tank when you close it up. Seemed to work fine. They have gotten cheaper and cheaper in their construction, apparently. They probably went out of the USA. I wouldn't buy another one.
65.) Failed after 6 months
Reviewed by: Helen C. Koscinski Florida
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I purchased this product about six months ago. The hand contol will not let the water pressure out of the unit. It was working fine then it just started intermiting, letting water out sometimes, then stopped letting any water out at all. The pump is working but the water stays in the tank. Not very reliable if you can't get more than six months out of a new product.
66.) Piece of junk
Reviewed by: Nicholas Simpson
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Like so many others, I've found this worthless piece of junk has about a 3-month lifespan before it stops working. I've had two of them die in exactly the same way.
Save your money, don't support this badly designed and overpriced peice of junk
67.) FANTASTIC--BUT 100% FAILURE RATE. 2 OUT OF 2.
Reviewed by: Steve Rhodes LEXINGTON, KY United States
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The WaterPik name and reputation and past experience led me to an enthusiastic purchase of this item. Work(s/ed) great until it die(s/d)a sudden unforseen death. I thought the first one being bad was just a fluke...one out of many, etc. So, I returned it for replacement. I mean it r-e-a-l-l-y was effective. But the product life...isn't!! The first was purchased/delivered on Feb. 20/22. The second arrived on March 1st. Today is March 7th. Today the second one died. If third time is the charm, I'm afraid I won't be taking that chance...I want a refund!
68.) Inconcievable
Reviewed by: THE Paris, Fance
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This product is amazingly bad. I have just returned it after a single use. Complaints: 1) loud (like digging up the street loud). 2) leaks water (underneath, where the power cord is). It cleans the gum OK, but perhaps a better constructed one can be found from some other company.
69.) total piece of junk
Reviewed by: LumpyOatmeal near San Francisco, CA
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Ok, I'm an idiot. My 3rd (or 4th?) 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.
70.) Cheap Junk
Reviewed by: L. Smith
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Foolish me read these reviews and still decided to give it a try.
It worked for 4 days before the hose detatched from the handle. 4 days.
Shame on Waterpik.
Shame on me.
71.) Another DOA
Reviewed by: Sean G. Alt Fullerton, CA USA
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I read the reviews that clearly indicated that there were at least some models of the WaterPik that had serious quality issues. However, like many others, since WaterPik pretty much has the market cornered, I ordered the WP-72. The very first time I turned it on, there was a low hum and not enough water pressure to overcome gravity. I was unsuccessfully trying to open up the unit when I decided to execute a tried and true troubleshooting technique: I gave the bottom of the unit a couple hard raps with the heal of my hand. Suddenly the motor really started chattering and unit was operational. The next morning I went to use it for the second time, but once again the motor just gave a low hum. Again I hit it, again it started working (but I didn't have the reservoir on yet), so I turned it off, put the reservior on, switched it back on, and...%$*! again! So I leave it on, hit it until it starts, leave it on, put on the reservoir, and use it. I won't bother with a replacement, because I'm guessing it won't help much. I also figure that eventually I'll have to open the sucker up and see if there is anything I can do lubricate it or something to get it to work consistently. Please don't buy a WaterPik. A significant loss in sales is likely the only way the company will get motivated to improve their quality.
72.) Really bad product
Reviewed by: Audrey Boston, MA
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This piece of junk of a water pic never worked right.
The adjustment on the stength of the water pressure never worked.
It's on full blast all the time!
The contraption is so loud that it sounds like a jack hammer.
73.) Can't Someone Design A Decent Waterpik??????
Reviewed by: blueygirl1 Simi Valley, Ca
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This is the 4th waterpik I've purchased in the last year. The latest one was purchased earlier this week and after only 2 days of use, the motor has frozen up. What a pile of JUNK!!!!!! The one before that lasted 3 months until all the water leaked out of the handle. Whose building these things?????...........
74.) Great item but quality is poor
Reviewed by: Dennis Florida
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The WaterPik is a great item but it just does not work long enough to make the purchase worthwhile. What they need is some competition then maybe their quality would improve. Oh well!!
75.) Good Pric Poor Quality
Reviewed by: E. Wilson TX USA
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This unit is noisy, vibrates way too much and is extremely messy. I would not recommend this to anyone.
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