Waterpik WP-70/WP-70W Family Dental Water Jet
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Customer Reviews of Waterpik WP-70/WP-70W Family Dental Water Jet
Customer Review: Serious cleaning power.
Summary: 4 Stars
My dentist warned me that if I didn't start using a WaterPik, especially around my bridges and crowns, I was going to have trouble. Brushing just wasn't effective enough between teeth and around the base of the crowns. I didn't listen and paid the price - money and discomfort from a root canal plus a lot of "I told you so"s from him and my wife.
Not wanting to help my dentist pay for yet another Lexus, I caved and bought the WaterPik. I have to admit that it is really effective. A little messy and noisy but it sure does get stuff out that brushing couldn't remove. Has more power than I can use. Seems to make my gums feel better also.
Wish I didn't have to use it, but wish more that I would have started long ago.
The only reason I'm downgrading it to 4 stars is because the handle leaks a little and the whole device seem just a wee bit cheesy. Wish I there was a lid for the reservoir so I wouldn't have to leave it open or take it apart after use.
Customer Review: Works great but not very durable
Summary: 3 Stars
I concur with most reviewers that the waterpik works great when it works. But it is not very durable. It need to be replaced about every 2 years when the hose cracks where it connects to the handle.
I just received my 3rd waterpik. The 1st one worked great for 2 years then the hose cracked. The 2nd one had a weak motor, so we used the 2nd one's hose on the 1st one. The hose cracked again after 2 years. The motor on the 1st one lasted about 3 years. I just got the 3rd one and I expect it the same.
Waterpik really need to redesign the host/handle and reenforce the host where it connects to the handle, so that it last longer. This won't increase the cost much, but is more environmental friendly and the right thing to do!
Also I found a hose/handle replacement kit in waterpik web site for $9 + $4 shipping. I may try that the next time. I think that it is available in Amazon Market Place as well.
Customer Review: Top Quality Unit!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is my 2nd unit of this same kind. My first units lasted about 3yrs until the end piece came off at the connection. The motor still worked I just could not re-connect it. This unit is the most powerful on the market. It blows off plaque like no other and it is the most powerful model available. I checked their motor specifications on their website. If you want the most cleaning power this is it. If you have bridges or braces you will want to buy the rubber tipped bridge adapters. The older ones from my same family model worked perfectly. They last a really long time and do the best job--buy one! The others don't have as much power and don't blow out as well under bridges and through braces. This is the one! Buy it! It is a little noisy, but you need raw power to blow out food particles. The hand held self-contained units don't cut it! *****Customer Review: Not Great, But Not Bad (but Unrepairable)
Summary: 2 Stars
This was a great device for several years. It's loud, but it gets my teeth clean. After 8 years of intermittent use, the seals in the handle blew and it leaked hideously. Water Pik is apparently aware of the problem and has a replacement handle kit for about $9 plus S&H. If the motor holds out for another 5 years, I'll be very happy. If I start using it daily, my dentist will be happy.
Update 07APR11: I've knocked off a star since the repair kit only lasted 3 months. The new hose coupling piece would not stay put in the old hose section as this area was brittle and cracking plastic. The entire old hose needs to be replaced since you can't make it flexible enough to seal around the coupling link. I ended up tossing the whole unit and buying a new (more quiet) model.
Customer Review: Good Product - Good Price
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the fourth unit I've bought. They do last only a few years, but it's well worth the 3 cents a day to use. Actually less expensive than my tooth brush. I did purchase another brand for a few dollars less, once. I found how important the quality of the Waterpik was. It has a selection of pressures, and good size reservoir and the tip conveniently rotates. The latest one I have is a lot quieter than earlier ones. I have had to repair a leaky line. It was simple enough to do and offered an opportunity to give the unit a good cleaning. Although I do not care to participate in a Throw Away World, I find it still feasible just to replace the unit after a couple years use. I do use the old units in my shop. It also makes a great gift for my Grand kids.