Panasonic EW1211 Rechargeable Dental Oral Irrigator with 2 Water Jet Modes

I tried this out yesterday and I'm very excited :-)I was told recently I needed to see a gum specialist because my gums are so bad that I will experience some tooth loss soon, my teeth are good but my gums are terrible apparently.I realise there is a chance that all dentist say this as it was a new dentist, but non the less it scared me into action and one of these babies seemed like a good idea, as some googling has made me suspect I have periodontal disease.I have to wait several months to see the specialist, so I thought id do everything I could in the mean time, so I'm been flossing with interdental brushes daily and cleaning with and electric toothbrush for the full two minutes at least morning and night and now this has been added to my new routine.I have to admit I was expecting it to be a ball ache, as although the review were good, people seem anoyed by its ease of use and how often you have to fill it up, but after a couple of goes and a small amount of spraying water all over the bathroom before I realised it was best to put it in your mouth before turning it on...I got the hang of it pretty quick..You turn it on and then it has three modes to select from, which takes a minute to get used to as the water does run out quite quick, it took a bit of time to get used to what noise/feeling mean which mode, but after a few minutes id got the hang of it..According to the instructions, the jet mode is for flossing between teeth, and the air in mode normal is for flushing the gum pockets for my suspected periodontal disease, as the jet it too strong, and then the air in soft mode is for massaging the gums from problem areas.This was all reassuring to me as no where online did it specifically say it was for periodontal pockets, although I did confuse myself researching all the different models etc..All in all I'm very pleased with it, the water strength is perfect, strong enough to feel clean and clean between teeth and gums but not painful...the water does need filling up frequently, but as you have to be over the sink anyway it only takes a second to fil it up and the door to the tank is easily opened and closed as its just like a rubber stopper, so if the tap has been running a little bit warm its easy peasy to keep filling up....Plus id rather it was small to make manoeuvring easier...I was playing with it for about 15 minutes last night to get the hang of it, and filled it up loads of times, but i did it as part of my morning schedule this morning and you only really need to fill it up maybe 3 or 4 times at a guess to floss the teeth and do the periodontal pockets and your done.I was very happy with this, as I suspected incorporating it into my daily routine would be a ball ache but its been easy peasy, long may it continue :-)

I find flossing with floss painful and difficult, probably because I have a few crowns and close-fitting teeth. I bought this on a whim to see if it was any use. After some teething troubles because I wasn't used to it (water on the ceiling, in my eye and up my nose), I got to grips with it and started seeing some benefits. On spitting out the water there is usually food there, so it's doing something right. The battery lasts a long while, but it takes 13-15 hours charging time, without a green light to say it's done. Fair enough, I can count.What I hadn't foreseen is how useful it is at cleaning the head of my Braun electric toothbrush. If you don't keep them clean, nasty black stuff accumulates and it's gross. Once I've flossed, I refill and after brushing my teeth I then clean all the apertures in my toothbrush head over the bath on the strongest setting. If you were previously blissfully unaware of the horrors lurking within your toothbrush, you're in for a nasty surprise as it will blow out TONS of black, slimy gook. Really unpleasant stuff that you've been rubbing round your mouth twice daily for how long? :S I'm pretty fastidious with cleaning my brush, but this contraption takes that up to another level. The head looks brand new, even after months of use, with only the bristles showing its age. it's a lot more hygienic, and if I stopped using it as a flosser, I'd still use it to clean my toothbrush.Of course everything used to keep your mouth clean needs cleaning itself, so I run some Milton sterilising fluid through it regularly, and leave the reservoir open to air-dry so it doesn't go all gacky itself. A great piece of kit that has more than one use.

The Panasonic EW1211W Water Flosser has been nothing short of a revelation in my oral care routine. Why I didn't discover this gem earlier is a mystery, but its impact on my dental health has been nothing short of miraculous.What sets this water flosser apart is its gentle yet highly effective approach to oral hygiene. Traditional flossing with threads often left my gums sore and my routine feeling like a tedious task. Enter the Panasonic Water Flosser, and it's like a breath of fresh air for my mouth.The water flossing action is a game-changer. The precision and thoroughness with which it cleans between teeth and along the gumline are unparalleled. The adjustable water pressure allows for a customized experience, catering to the sensitivity of my gums without compromising on efficacy.The cordless and rechargeable design adds to the convenience. No more dealing with tangled cords or the hassle of replacing batteries. The water reservoir is ample for a thorough flossing session, and the quick recharge feature ensures it's always ready when needed.In summary, the Panasonic EW1211W Water Flosser earns a well-deserved 5-star rating for its transformative impact on oral care. If, like me, you've experienced discomfort with traditional flossing methods, this water flosser is a game-changer. Say goodbye to sore gums and hello to a refreshing, effective, and hassle-free flossing experience. Highly recommended!

It's brilliant ... until it isn't.To be clear, it does a great job in helping keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy.Unfortunately, mine was unreliable, with a faulty power switch. Sometimes it would switch on straight away, sometimes after 2 or 3 (or more) attempts, sometimes not at all. Sometimes it would switch on in the middle of the night when we're all asleep (until the noise woke us up).So, brilliant but frustrating. And now, just over 1 year old, apparently completely dead.