Clinically Proven Results

The WATERPIK water flosser provides a unique combination of water pressure and pulsation to clean deep between teeth and below the gumline, removing harmful bacteria and debris that traditional brushing and flossing can't reach.

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All of our clinical studies are conducted at independent universities and clinical research organizations that follow strict guidelines, outside of our organization.

Up to 99.9% plaque removal

Effective Plaque Removal

Removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas.

The WATERPIK water flosser significantly removes plaque biofilm.

Laboratory study, tooth surface magnified by electron microscrope

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Up to 50% more effective than string floss

Healthier Gums

Up to 50% more effective for improving gum health vs. string floss.

The WATERPIK water flosser is a more effective alternative to traditional dental floss for reducing gingival bleeding and improving oral health.

Independent study

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Up to 3X as effective for removing plaque around braces

Superior Cleaning Around Braces

Up to 3X as effective for removing plaque around braces vs. string floss.

Adding a WATERPIK water flosser with the Orthodontic tip to manual toothbrushing is significantly more effective at improving oral health in adolescent orthodontic patients than adding manual floss or brushing only.

Using the Orthodontic tip

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Up to 2X as effective for improving gum health around implants vs string floss

Essential for Implants

Up to 2X as effective for improving gum health around implants vs. string floss.

The WATERPIK water flosser is significantly more effective than string floss for improving gingival health around implants and is safe to use.

Using the Plaque Seeker™ tip

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Up to 3X as effective for removing plaque around braces

Whitening Water Flosser: Effective Stain Removal

Removes an additional 25% more stains than brushing alone and is as gentle as regular toothpaste.

Daily use of the WATERPIK water flosser with a liquid dentifrice removes more extrinsic stain than tooth brushing alone.

Independent study

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Up to 2X as effective for removing plaque vs. regular brushing and flossing

Sonic-Fusion™: Superior Plaque Removal

Up to 2X as effective for removing plaque vs. regular brushing and flossing.

The WATERPIK SONIC-FUSION is more than twice as effective as traditional brushing and flossing for improving oral health.

Based on brushing for two minutes and flossing for one minute

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The WATERPIK water flosser is clinically proven to improve oral health.

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