For those that don't like reading, I'll cut to the chase before offering some background.This is my second water flosser. (See below.). But simply put, this is the best investment in dental hygiene I've ever made. Period. I'll never be without one again.Background. During some recent dental work (some cavities crept in), my (new) dentist pointed out that I wasn't being as effective with brushing as I needed to be. He did two things. First, he taught me (at 73) how to brush more effectively around my gum lines using a soft bristle G.U.M. brush that has uneven bristle surface (not flat cut, but some tiny fine bristles sticking up from the flat surface).We reviewed flossing. But flossing has always been challenging for me because I have a smaller mouth (for a man) with some crowding in my teeth. It's hard for me to get my hands holding floss in there. I bought some of the little plastic handles with a fork at the end with floss between the tongs. They make flossing easy, but even still, it doesn't work 100%.Then he asked if I had a Waterpik. I said, "No, but I'll buy one tonight."In in the interest of saving some bucks, I first bought a portable, cordless model from another maker (reviewed elsewhere). It was a good unit, at least for experienced water flossers who travel. But it wasn't right for me. Only two water pressure levels -- fast and faster -- hard to hold and direct the water stream, etc.So I returned it, added $20 and bought this one.BEST DENTAL HYGIENE PURCHASE I'VE EVER MADE.The small hand water controller unit on the hose allows me to turn the water flow off when I need to and MUCH more precise direction of water at the gum lines and between teeth without water flying all over the bathroom. I was able to start with a very slow flow (2 - 3) as I learned the technique. I'm now up to 5 - 6.The larger (by 100%) water reservoir means I can take my time. The way the basic tips are bent make it very easy to direct carefully.There are only two minor "I wish this were different" issues. One, it's noisy. Not horrible, but still a bit loud. But I'm used to that now.Second, I wish the "handle water flow on/off" was a push button instead of a slide switch. The switch is a little tricky to push down when the handle is wet and I'm leaning over the sink. But again, it's a MINOR issue. I'm happy it has the separate control switch so I can pause the water flow with the main pump running at any time, including before I begin and when I'm finished before removing the tip from my mouth.I'm using this device multiple times per day. After every meal, before I brush, and sometimes even just after a snack without brushing. I capture the water in a plugged sink to examine it before draining down the drain. I gotta say, I'm sometimes amazed at how much food washes out.Then I brush, and my teeth feel cleaner than they ever have after just brushing.

In this throwaway society where appliances, especially electronics, are considered obsolete sometimes before the batteries need recharging, it’s amazing to find one product that is still virtually unchanged after over 50 years on the market. It hasn’t needed any upgrades, and is still basically the exact same function and design as it was way back when. I particularly find this gratifying when I just learned, for example, that Apple will be issuing an upgrade on their OS system for their IPhone, which will basically make any of their phones from the 4S and below obsolete, so that, even though yours may work perfectly, technically, you would have to throw it away and spend many hundreds of dollars for a new one!This appliance that has stood the test of time is the WaterPik. I remember my father buying one of the first ones, per his dentist’s recommendation back in the 1960s. In those days there was something about it that seemed almost futuristic. Like something you would see someone using in outer space in a SCI Fi flick. However it’s simple design and function was enormously easy to master, which is a big deal for me back then as little kid!It is also quite uncommon, when it came to devices that supposedly promised some kind of improved health, to find that everything they say about the produce… is true. I remember year after using it, and going from my annual checkup at the dentist, the results were amazing.I stopped using the WaterPik years ago, and just depended on regular brushing and flossing. However now that I’m not such a young kid, even with diligent dental hygiene, you’re gums will begin to do some receding on their own, purely by the evil tyrant known as “aging”. My scores for my gums receding were getting a bit worrisome, in the last few dental checkups, and again my dentist recommended that I should also use a WaterPik. To be honest I was surprised they still made them. I felt, like most everything in the world, these had fallen out of style or favor and we’re no longer used. My dentist however told me they were perhaps one of the best dental hygiene Home Devices ever invented and he was sorry to see that most people didn’t use them anymore. I told him that I flossed religiously, but he told me that the WaterPik gives an extra much needed work-out to the gums keeping them healthy and strong and reducing gum receding. So of course I went right onto Amazon, and found this unit. It was basically the same as I remembered, though they have streamlined the device a bit. Again it was easy to use, and starting with a low pressure number, I quickly got used to the pulsating action and within a week was at the highest level (yes, as “Spinal Tap” guitarist Nigel Tufnel would say: “it goes to eleven!”).The unit is actually a bit quieter than the original with an easier water reservoir system and a coiled hose which makes placement back on its “holster” a lot easier. It also has several holders for each individual pick if more than one of you is using it. Since I’m the only one who uses it, I simply keep the pick itself on the hose unit which fits easily on the hose-holster. Putting it back in its little holder which is situated behind the water reservoir is a little awkward, and frankly if you’re the only one using it there’s no reason to just keep it attached.So on to the punch line. After only six months of use, I went back for my dental checkup, and went through the rating test for gum receding, and found that all my numbers went up 50 to 70%! My dental hygienist, who does the tests, was so excited that she literally ran into the hall to show others, like a proud mother showing off her son’s report card. I feel like a little boy again, and was just a little upset that they no longer give out lollipops as rewards!One thing my dentist and dental hygienist did tell me is that if you use the WaterPik, you should continue to floss, since there are things that the actual floss does between your teeth which a WaterPik cannot. And of course things that the WaterPik can do that flossing doesn’t. So the combination of the two is extremely important. I’m at the age where friends are beginning to tell me about real trouble with their teeth, and how many are getting bridges and implants, and in one case even dentures, since their gums have receded so badly that their original teeth had to be removed (and we’re talking about folks in their late 40’s to early 60’s here, not ancient people). So I cannot stress hard enough how important something like a WaterPik is. And also, how important it is to start this kind of dental hygiene when you are young. For me, especially as you get older, there is nothing more constantly prevalent than when you have bad teeth. I don’t think anything else destroys your quality of life more than trouble with your teeth and the consequences it causes.By the way, after doing a lot of research I have found that Amazon gives the absolute best price for the WaterPik. Of course it arrived within days and like all other products has a great return policy.

"Works like a charm. It’s powerful, the water tank is a great size, and it's very intuitive to operate. My gums feel much healthier since I started using it. Highly recommended!"

I’m very happy with the Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser for Teeth. It’s reasonably priced for what you get and feels like a solid countertop unit.The reservoir is a nice size and holds enough water to get through a full flossing session without constantly refilling. I also like that it comes with multiple tips and adjustable pressure settings, so you can tailor it to your comfort level.It does a great job keeping our teeth and gums feeling clean, especially along the gumline and around harder-to-reach areas. After using it consistently, everything just feels fresher.If I had one small critique, it’s that it could be a bit more powerful. The cordless model we previously owned seemed to spray with a bit more force. That said, this one is still effective and gives you more capacity and features overall.Overall, a dependable water flosser that gets the job done and is a good value for the price.

Our old Waterpik started to leak after years of use by our family. I bought this one since it's so close to the original we had. Works great, although I wish it were a little quieter. I thought the same of the old one. Wonderful flosser.

This waterpik is perfect as I have well over 8 Cap/Crowns. It gets in the nooks and crannies and gets out all of the leftovers. This machine is quite sturdy and does a great job with gum health. It's very comfortable to use, the Water pressure is easy to adjust, and it makes my teeth and gums feels fresh and clean.

Not suitable for travel as it works on dc

Works great, easy to use and does a great job plus buying from Amazon means you don't have to waste time going from store to store

La prise est des usa et il faut un convertisseur qui coûte 46 eurosCe n’est pas signalé

The Waterpik Aquarius Water Flosser has been such a helpful addition to our family’s dental routine. With 10 pressure settings, everyone from my husband to the kids can find their perfect level - no more complaints about flossing being too hard or annoying!I also love that it comes with seven different tips, so we can each have our own, and it works great for different needs. Whether it’s braces, sensitive gums, or just a good deep clean, this flosser handles it all. The tank is a good size and lasts long enough for a full session without needing a refill.It’s not the quietest gadget in the world, but honestly, that’s a small price to pay for how clean my teeth feel after using it. It’s so much easier than regular floss, and it feels like a little mini spa treatment for your gums. Definitely worth it for the whole family!

VERY DISAPPOINTED-THE DEVICE DID NOT WORK AND I HAD REPACK AND RETURN IT AT MY EXPENSE.MY MISTAKE WAS NOT TO CHECK THAT THE PRODUCT IS NON RETURNABLE.I SHALL NEVER BUY SIMILAR CONDITIONAL PRODUCT AGAIN.