Until recently, oral care was possible only with the use of chemicals - pastes, powders, and mouthwashes. But not so long ago, very interesting devices appeared on the market, also intended for this purpose - irrigators. The cleaning of the oral cavity with their use is carried out by means of water jets supplied under pressure. By design, all irrigators available on the market today are classified as stationary and mobile. The latter kind of devices is most popular among consumers. After all, such an irrigator can be used not only at home, but also, for example, to take with you on the road - on a train.
One of the highest quality, according to consumers, portable models of such a device is the Panasonic Dentacare EW 1211 irrigator . It is about this device that we will talk in our article.
What is a model?
This dental appliance is produced by Matsushita Electric Co, a well-known company on the market . The dimensions of the Panasonic EW 1211 irrigator are quite small. Its entire structure can easily fit in your hand. The tool comes with a compact charger with plug and attachment.
The body of the irrigator Panasonic EW 1211 is made of high quality plastic. Inside it is provided a container for water. The volume of this irrigator is 135 ml. Its dimensions are small, and therefore finding a place for it in the bathroom will be completely uncomplicated.
Is it convenient to use?
Judging by consumer reviews, using the Panasonic EW 1211 is very easy. In terms of ease of use for stationary models, this irrigator is second only to the volume of water being poured. Unfortunately, his tank is not too big. In the process of brushing your teeth and oral cavity, the owner has to add water sometimes several times.
Another disadvantage of the device in comparison with stationary models is the weight. The design of the Panasonic EW 1211 includes, among other things, a battery. In stationary models there is no such addition, and therefore they weigh less.
The main advantage of the device in comparison with stationary models is, of course, precisely its mobility. Even in an apartment, such a device is often convenient to use. After all, 220 V sockets are not available in all bathrooms.
How long does it hold a charge
Too often to connect the Panasonic Dentacare Handy EW 1211 irrigator, the consumer reviews have earned good also and therefore, the owners of the house will not have to have a household network. One battery charge of this device is usually enough for 10 days of use (2 times a day). At the same time, it should stand on charge for only about 2 hours. The battery in the device is provided for quality. In any case, judging by the reviews of consumers, it has been serving for quite some time.
Equipment
In addition to the charger, along with this irrigator, as already mentioned, two nozzles are supplied. The functionality of the device is not affected by their change. They have the same shape and design. They are necessary so that two members of the family can use the irrigator.
Nozzles are made, like the case of the device, from high-quality plastic. On each of them rings of a different color are provided. They are necessary so that family members do not mix up their nozzles. One of the rings is usually colored blue, and the other is red.
The device itself comes in a white plastic case with bright blue overlays. The manufacturer produces other color variations of this device. But in the domestic market they are practically not found.
What is the difference between the Panasonic EW 1211 and other portable devices
Of course, there are quite a lot of mobile devices of this variety on the market today. Portable irrigator Panasonic EW 1211 in comparison with models of other manufacturers has one important advantage. Today it is the only such device equipped with an air compressor. This element of the irrigator is designed to fill air flow into the oral cavity with air bubbles. Thanks to the presence of a compressor, the “jacuzzi” effect arises. That is, the gums are massaged even more efficiently.
Irrigator Panasonic EW 1211: instruction for use
A brief guide to using this device, of course, also comes with it. It is very easy to clean the oral cavity of Panasonic EW 1211 devices . Turns on and off but with a single button. The latter is located on the front panel of the case at the top. There are only three modes of operation for this device. They are also switched with one button. It is located on the front panel of the handle of the device below.
It’s also very easy to connect the Panasonic EW 1211 oral irrigator to the charger . To do this, you just need to put the device on top of it. The fact that the irrigator began to charge will be indicated by a lit red indicator. The bulb does not change to green when the process is complete. This should be borne in mind by the owners of the device.
Changing nozzles on the irrigator is also extremely simple. They are inserted into the nozzle until they click easily. In order to remove the nozzle, you just need to click on the small button on the back of the device. Judging by customer reviews, the nozzles of the device serve for a very long time. The only thing is that sometimes they can become clogged.
The Panasonic EW 1211 irrigation nozzle, designed for other family members, can be purchased separately if desired. If any of them gets clogged , it will most likely have to be kicked out. Unfortunately, cleaning the nozzle of the irrigator with a needle, for example, is very difficult.
What water to use
Clogged nozzles are usually associated with improper use of the device. Only use clean, preferably filtered water in the Panasonic EW 121 1 irrigator . No pastes and powders can be added to it. It is allowed to drip into the water only a little liquid balm.
Modes
The Panasonic EW 1211 irrigator can operate in three modes:
- Jet This is the most powerful micro bubble free mode. Use it mainly only to knock out pieces of food from the cracks between the teeth.
- Normal Air in . This is a medium mode with micro bubbles, usually used to flush the space between the teeth and clean the gums. The water pressure generated by a device operating in Normal Air also allows you to massage the latter well.
- Soft Air in. This is the mildest mode of operation of the device. It is mainly used for delicate gum massage.
Application features
Immediately after purchase, the Panasonic EW 1211 irrigator should be charged for 15 hours. Otherwise, the device will not work. To start cleaning the oral cavity using this device should be from the mildest mode. Even in this case, a stream of water is supplied from the device into the oral cavity under rather high pressure. Out of habit, after several cleansing, the gums of the device owner may begin to bleed. In this case, stop using the device. After a few days, the gums will get used to the massage. After another week, the owner of the device will be able to switch to medium mode. The last, most powerful Jet is usually used only by people with bridges.
Press the button located on the bottom of the device until the green indicator lights up next to the name of the required mode.
Which, according to the manufacturer, the irrigator has advantages
Sellers selling devices Panasonic EW 1211, their advantages include:
- effective removal of bacteria in the oral cavity;
- cleaning even in places where the bristles of the brush cannot penetrate;
- improvement of the gums with periodontitis and periodontosis;
- the possibility of preventing gingivitis;
- the possibility of efficient cleaning around the bags.
Positive customer reviews
The Panasonic D entacare EW 1211 irrigator has appeared on the domestic market relatively recently. Therefore, there are not too many reviews about him yet. But, of course, people have already begun to express their opinion on this device. According to many owners of Panasonic EW 1211, it is quite a good tool for cleaning the oral cavity.
Despite the fact that this device is manufactured not in Japan itself, but in Thailand, the build quality of it, according to many consumers, is quite decent. Judging by the reviews, this device also does not delay the hand when cleaning. Many people who have gum problems and use the Panasonic EW 1211 irrigator , they said, have become much less likely to visit the dentist.
In addition to efficiency and good build quality, many consumers include its rather attractive design as a plus of this device. In any case, this device will not look redundant even in a very beautifully designed bathroom.
Irrigator Panasonic EW 1211: negative reviews
The disadvantages of the Panasonic EW 1211, according to most consumers, are not too many. However, he still has disadvantages. For example, many buyers do not like the fact that when charging, the color of the indicator of this device does not change to green. Because of this, it is very difficult to determine the time when the device should be disconnected from the network. On the strongest charge, this irrigator, according to many consumers, produces too powerful jets.
There is a Panasonic EW 1211 device and another indirect drawback. The fact is that defective products may be found in batches delivered to Russia.
Some consumers also attribute the disadvantages of Panasonic EW 1211 irrigators and their rather high cost. The price of such a device, depending on the supplier, can be 4,500-8,000 thousand rubles.
Dentists reviews
Good opinion about these devices has developed not only among consumers. Panasonic EW 1211 irrigators and dentists are praised . Often people with gum problems first learn about these devices from a doctor. After all, an irrigator is really able to save patients from many problems with gums.
Panasonic EW 1211 removes food debris from the oral cavity really effectively. At the same time, plaque that strikes from the device removes almost 100%. That is why, in most cases, doctors advise their patients to buy this irrigator.
Are there any contraindications for use
Almost all people can use Panasonic EW 1211 devices . There are no contraindications to their use. The only thing is that you can not use irrigators, including the Panasonic EW 1211, in the postoperative period or in the presence of any very serious diseases of the oral cavity.
If there are braces, doctors recommend using Panasonic EW 1211 irrigators in combination with a toothbrush. You can also purchase in the store a special nozzle for this device, designed to clean precisely orthodontic structures.
Guarantee
Irrigator Panasonic EW 1211 consumer reviews , therefore, earned good and can be considered a device ohms quite high quality. The Japanese manufacturer gives a 2 year warranty on these devices . The buyer fills the coupon in the store. This must be done. Otherwise, in the event of a breakdown, you will have to give quite a large amount for the repair. Of course, you should not throw out the box as well. It may happen that the device gets defective. In this case, the supplier is likely to replace it.
This device is supplied in a waterproof case. However, it is certainly not worth it to lower it, for example, into a filled bath, for example. In this case, the device can easily break. The warranty card also states separately that free repair of the device in case of water ingress is not made.