Any of you use a water pick to floss with?

I tried it and hated it

Big arse contraption

I’ve thought about that, but I methodically direct the jet between each tooth. Would waste a lot of listerine. Prob would have to buy a new jug every week



Which reminds me of another difference (which might be unique to how I do it):

Typically when flossing, you are looking at the mirror.

With a water pick, I’m facing downward with an open mouth over the sink to allow the water to fall.


It’s a mess imo to do it upright.

I use one. You still have to floss. Flossing is more mechanical and removes plaque/tartar buildup that you can’t remove with water. The water pick can keep food and bacteria out of places you can’t reach with floss.

I never cared for them myself. I use those little green Plaquers dental floss holder things they sell everywhere in like the 100packs. They're all a little different so if you don't like one brand try a different one to see. Can't stand to use floss around my fingers though. I'd rather just not floss than do that.

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Flossing is more mechanical and removes plaque/tartar buildup that you can’t remove with water.

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Pffft.

You just need to up the pressure then.

I’ve gotten bleeding gums from the water pick alone.

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Pffft. You just need to up the pressure then. I’ve gotten bleeding gums from the water pick alone.

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My father is a retired dentist.

I use the single use floss picks and then a cordless waterpik. The combination is very nice. 10/10 would recommend.