An oral irrigator has appeared in Russia relatively recently, and today not everyone knows what it is and what it is intended for.
The oral irrigator is a dental device for quickly cleansing of soft plaque and food debris using a jet of water, which is supplied under pressure.
According to dentists, the state of the oral cavity in most Russians leaves much to be desired due to poor hygiene. Even the most thorough brushing of teeth with a brush and floss does not completely eliminate food debris, especially in hard-to-reach places. Hence the unpleasant odor and a high percentage of caries, gingivitis, periodontitis.
Effective cleaning can only be done with an oral irrigator, reviews of which are mostly positive.
Firstly, the device perfectly cleans hard-to-reach places such as gingival pockets and interdental spaces. Essentially complicate hygiene and create a favorable environment for the propagation of microorganisms fixed orthodontic and orthopedic structures: braces, implants, bridges, crowns. In the presence of prostheses and orthodontic appliances in the mouth, an irrigator of the oral cavity is indispensable. User reviews testify in favor of the device.
Secondly, the irrigator massages the soft tissues with a stream of liquid, which is supplied from the nozzle under pressure. Massage promotes better blood circulation in the gums and increased vascular tone, which is of great importance in the presence of gingivitis or a tendency to it.
Thirdly, with the help of an irrigator, it is possible to treat the oral cavity with antiseptic agents and rinses that fill the liquid container.
The device can be recommended to all people, but it is especially indicated in the presence of fixed artificial structures in the mouth, a tendency to caries and periodontitis, with crowded teeth and bleeding gums, bad breath, diabetes, pregnancy, as well as smokers who struggle with a specific smell .
The irrigator consists of a compressor, a fluid container, a handle and a set of nozzles. The operation of the device is carried out due to a continuous or pulsating jet of water released under pressure created by the compressor.
You can use the device daily, but experts recommend doing this 2 times a week. Perform the procedure only after brushing your teeth. The duration of cleaning with an irrigator lasts about 15 minutes. Hard to reach places require more time.
It is required to buy an oral irrigator. How to choose and not make a mistake
Irrigators are divided into stationary, portable and running from the water supply.
The stationary device is well suited for the whole family, only nozzles are individual in it. It can be hung on the wall in the bathroom and filled with water, rinses, medicinal solutions.
A portable oral irrigator has less power than a stationary one and is intended for use during trips, business trips, and travels.
Water-operated irrigators are not as popular as stationary ones, since tap water in our time requires preliminary filtration.
There are several types of nozzles for the device, each of which has its own purpose.
The standard nozzle has a bend in the form of an obtuse angle, periodontal is equipped with a thin soft rubber tip that allows you to spray liquid into the gingival pockets. For orthodontic - the tip is equipped with bristles that allow you to quickly and efficiently clean orthodontic designs.
A nozzle in the form of a spoon is used to clean the tongue from plaque, which is an accumulation of bacteria. The miniturbine nozzle forms a fluid flow in the form of a spiral and accelerates to 8000 rpm.
Water from the irrigator is supplied in a continuous stream or pulses. The pulse frequency is adjustable and can reach up to 1600 per minute.
In all modern irrigators, fluid pressure is regulated. A small pressure does not allow injury to soft tissues, strong - allows you to speed up the cleaning process.
For better cleaning of the oral cavity and more effective massage of the gums , a system for saturating the liquid with air bubbles has been developed.
The irrigator operates in two modes: spray and spray. The jet is a directed stream of water, and the spray plays the role of a shower massaging the gums.
Several manufacturers produce an oral irrigator. Customer reviews about different brands and models are different, so you need to choose a device according to your needs.
The device can not be used after dental operations, with exacerbation of inflammatory diseases of the gums, during the day after the placement of fixed prostheses. Children can use an irrigator when they learn to brush their teeth carefully.
Should I buy an oral irrigator? The reviews of those who already use it indicate that the device is an excellent means of hygiene, eliminating many problems with gums and teeth.
Some models of irrigators have already established themselves in the market and are especially popular.
An excellent home-made irrigator Donfeel OR-820M provides high-quality cleansing and hydromassage of the oral cavity. It has 4 nozzles and a container with a capacity of 500 ml, it regulates the flow of the jet, creates a jet with micro bubbles, is protected from overheating.
Highly effective irrigator for a family of 4 people Waterpik WP-70 has a 1 liter tank, 5 nozzles of different colors, one of which is for cleansing the tongue. It can work in different modes - 5 speed levels and 5 power levels. The irrigator is attached to the wall, you can fill in it with drugs and rinses.
The silent universal irrigator Waterpik WP-100 is compact, good design, easy to use, 10 pressure modes, 7 nozzles, 10 fluid delivery options. It has a 600 ml tank, which can be filled with drugs.
Indispensable on the road Wireless irrigator Waterpik WP-360. The device is equipped with 2 nozzles rotating 360 degrees, a 150 ml reservoir built into the handle, and a battery that lasts for a week. Can be attached to the wall and filled with medicinal fluid.