Water-Pik
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    Not only can we make your teeth stronger with today's new materials, but look at the difference in appearance!
Water-Pik WP-60W
    The Water-Pik is a very useful aid for keeping the gums and teeth healthy.  It used to be thought that all it did was rinse things out, but we know now that it does much more.

Which Model?

    The Water-Pik personal model WP-60W.  A 220 volt model is available for those needing it - the WP-60E.

What It Does (and Doesn't)

It does:
    It does not replace flossing; however, for those who do not floss, it is definitely better than not flossing. It is best used in addition to flossing.

Who Should Use It

    Really everyone. All ages, usually 6-7 years and older.  It is especially useful for bridges and braces (other very beneficial conditions: pregnancy, diabetes, smoking, all patients who premedicate with an antibiotic for dental visits).

How to Use the Water-Pik

    The Water-Pik is best used daily, the time of day is truly not important - it is more important that it gets used. The Water-Pik is for between teeth, not the outsides.

    Add two teaspoons of plain baking soda to a full reservoir of water (this gives you a saturated solution which is the required concentration to kill bacteria).  You can put mouthwash in for flavor (a capful), but it is not antibacterial unless used undiluted   Most people prefer warm water.

    Start with tip behind the last tooth and slide forward along the gum line stopping between teeth for 3-5 seconds.  Direct the tip directly between teeth, not down into the gums.  Use the tip from both the cheek side and tongue side.

Tips to Keep Using It
Andrew M. Sklar, DDS, PC
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Family and General Dentistry
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Alexandria, VA 22311
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