Maintaining Good Oral Health

• Bacterial build-up in and around dental implants can lead to peri-implant disease and infection
• Bleeding gums are a sign of gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease
• Dental braces can create oral health problems such as gingivitis and decalcification (white marks) on the teeth
• Pregnancy gingivitis is caused by an increased level of progesterone due to pregnancy
• People with diabetes, especially those with poor blood glucose control, are at a higher risk for gum disease
• Bacteria that cause gum disease can produce a volatile sulfur compound, the agent often responsible for bad breath
• Smoking is a major risk factor for developing gum disease

Health Benefits of Water Flossing

Waterpik^® Water Flossers are clinically proven through published independent and university studies to improve your gum health, remove plaque and bacteria, and reach areas that you can't get to with a toothbrush or string floss.

We've also designed and tested special water flosser tips to address specific dental needs:

• The Orthodontic Tip for cleaning around braces and orthodontics
• The Plaque Seeker^® Tip for gentle cleaning around dental implants and dental work such as crowns, bridges, and veneers
• The Pik Pocket^™ Tip for treating periodontal pockets

Learn more about specific dental issues and Waterpik^® products by visiting our specific dental needs section.