This study compared the effectiveness of a water flosser and regular floss in removing plaque after single use and found that the water flosser was as efficient as regular floss in removing interdental plaque, making it a good alternative for those who may struggle with manual dexterity or have fixed prostheses or orthodontic appliances.

- Water flosser was found to be as efficient as regular floss in removing interdental plaque on single use. - Water flosser could be recommended for subjects lacking manual dexterity, by care takers for better plaque control and subjects with fixed prostheses or undergoing orthodontic treatment.

This is from Peer review under responsibility of King Saud University in 2021 at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8236551/.

This study compares the efficacy of water flosser and regular floss in removing plaque after a single use, and finds that water flosser is as effective as regular floss, which could be recommended for subjects lacking manual dexterity, by care takers for better plaque control and subjects with fixed prostheses or undergoing orthodontic treatment.

- Water flosser is as efficient as regular floss in removing interdental plaque on single use. - Water flosser could be recommended for subjects lacking manual dexterity, by care takers for better plaque control and subjects with fixed prostheses or undergoing orthodontic treatment.

This is from Journal of Taibah University Medical Sciences in 2021 at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1013905221000328.

Water flossing as an adjunct to toothbrushing effectively alleviates gingival inflammation and reduces oral malodor, possibly by depleting oral anaerobes and altering the oral microbiota to a more aerobic phenotype.

- Water flossing can reduce gingival inflammation and plaque buildup. - Water flossing can alter the composition of the oral microbiota. - Water flossing may be more effective than traditional flossing in improving gingival health. - Periodontal disease is associated with halitosis (bad breath). - The subgingival microbiome (bacteria below the gumline) is different in individuals with periodontitis compared to healthy individuals.

This is from BMC Oral Health in 2023 at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10212231/.

Using a water flosser in combination with a manual toothbrush is more effective in removing plaque from tooth surfaces than using a manual toothbrush and string floss alone, according to a clinical study involving 70 adult subjects.

- Water flosser is more effective than string floss in removing plaque from tooth surfaces. - Water flosser is 29% more effective than string floss for overall plaque removal and approximal surfaces specifically. - Water flosser is more effective in removing plaque from the marginal, lingual, and facial regions.

This is from Journal of Clinical Dentistry in 2013 at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24282867/

Water flossers offer an effective alternative to traditional flossing, with benefits including removing plaque, preventing periodontal disease, and cleaning between braces and bridge work.

- Water flossers are an effective tool for removing plaque from between teeth and along gum lines. - Water flossing can help prevent periodontal disease by removing plaque from under your gum line that a toothbrush cannot reach. - Water flossers are a great tool for cleaning between braces, bridges and other restorative dental work. - Water flossing can remove debris from around these areas without damaging your gums or sensitive teeth. - Water flossing not only helps to reverse early gingivitis it can help to improve your overall gum health.

This is from Dentaly in 2023 at https://www.dentaly.org/en/oral-hygiene/how-to-floss/water-flossing-benefits/

The Waterpik Water Flosser is an evidence-based, clinically-proven and effective alternative to traditional flossing methods for better oral health.

- Waterpik Water Flosser is more effective than string floss, air floss, and interdental brushes. - Scientific evidence from independent and university-based research centers supports the effectiveness of Waterpik Water Flosser. - Clinical Research Summary (PDF) with all research abstracts is available on the website.

This is from Journal of Clinical Dentistry in 2020 at https://www.waterpik.com/oral-health/pro/clinical-research/.

The use of water flossers has been found to be more effective at removing biofilm and bacteria from teeth and gums than traditional flossing and manual toothbrushing, leading to potential improvements in oral health.

- Water flossers remove biofilm from tooth surfaces and bacteria from periodontal pockets better than string flossing and manual toothbrushing-together or alone. - Clinicians should consider recommending water flossers for appropriate patients to improve their oral health. - Different irrigation or water-flossing devices offer different features, designs, and combinations of pulsation and pressure. - Clinicians must consider the needs of individual patients and supporting research in selecting a model that the patient will like and use, and that will provide improved oral health.

This is from Journal of Dental Hygiene in 2012 at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22536661/

The literature review suggests that water flossers have been subject to numerous studies on their safety, efficacy, and delivery of antimicrobial agents and decades of use by the public continues to support their safety and efficacy.

- Water flossers have been subject to numerous studies on their safety, efficacy, and delivery of antimicrobial agents. - Evidence based on such studies and decades of use by the public continues to support their safety and efficacy. - Suggestions of possible detrimental effects on the attachment, junctional epithelium, or pocket depth have been disproved.

This is from the journal "Journal of Clinical Periodontology" in 2015 at https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25822642/.