1. 7 setting pressure control
2. Easy fill covered tank holds water, dental rinse or mouthwash
3. On/Off switch
4. Small and compact

Customer Review :

Pleasantly Strong

I just purchased my Interplak about one month ago. At the first use, I wondered why I always have to be the sucker. Is it written in my DNA code? Is it some mental defect? I decided that I might do some research just as soon as I cleaned the water from all over the bathroom sink. It sprayed water all over the place (even wet up my toilet paper), and the spray felt far too weak to be of any benefit. As I boxed up the unit to return, I wondered about the other tips and whether or not turning up the pressure would do any good. So, I unboxed that rascal, filled it up, changed to the sub-gingival tip, and let 'er rip. Whoa! What a change! That tip on the highest setting really does the trick. It even blasted away that wicked popcorn husk that had settled under my gum line and had been vexing me since dinner. I have since decided that using the subgingival tip on the highest setting is overkill. The pressure is strong enough to leave my gums too sensitive, so I have turned it down a couple of notches. That tip works so well that I no longer bother with the other tips that were included. And it is just as well too, since the tongue cleaner tool is likely a hospital visit just waiting to happen. I almost drowned in front of the mirror when I tried it. There is no good way to holler for help with a pint of water down your throat. I caution strongly against that.

Overall, the unit is a great machine at a great price. I agree with one of the reviewers about storing the other attachments on the machine. The least little bump or jarring sends them all over the floor or sink top. I keep mine stored in a baggie for the day when I develop amnesia and forget why I never use them. Also, I have to use my Interplak without that water stopper in the resevoir now, or it won't work. I just fill it with a dixie cup or something, and I am off to the races. I do wish that the resevoir held more water at times. It has to be refilled at least once to finish the job, but I shouldn't complain. I bought it because I didn't want a big butt-ugly tank littering the bathroom. Next time (when this Interplak breaks totally), I'll get the Quickpik to attach to the faucet.

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Extremely poor quality/no customer service

Purchased on 1-2-08 and used each day one time and on 1-9-08 sub-gingival tip failed. Rubber tip split in two while using. Phoned conair/interplak and got eternal hold. After I finally got through they expected me to return the entire unit for replacement of the little attachment tip. Not realistic. I will return to Walmart for a full refund and look for another brand. DO NOT BUY INTERPLAK BRAND!!! When you have a problem (and you will because of poor quality) you will find no customer support that is reasonable. They are rude and don't want you to return the unit and make doing so prohibitive in terms of the delay getting through and the cost of shipping back to them, the entire product no matter what goes wrong. I've seen some poorly operated business' lately but this outfit takes the grand prize. I would have given them no stars if it were possible. The unit itself is very noisy, crude controls compared to other brands I've owned and has a very small reservoir. The cord tangled so bad that it would surely have failed in short order if the tip hadn't done so first. I would recommend you spend the extra money on one of the better quality units out there rather than waste your money and time with this one (unless you are looking for a cheap gift and don't care how it works).

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Great little water pic

I got this for my son who just got his braces. After reading reviews I had mixed feelings about getting it. I'm glad I trusted my instincts and did. This is GREAT. Perfect size to keep on sink or even pack in overnight bag. Water is just perfect amount for 1 cleaning and honestly who would want to leave water standing in it and use stale water anyways? The spray goes from light to could take your skin off, LOL, so I would NOT suggest you use it on high unless you really need to get some major build-up off. Defiantly way easier than flossing and gives a fresh from the dentist clean feeling. The only flaw I could find was that you have to hold the button in to get the water to stop, but after thinking about it that is really not a flaw. It keeps you hands from getting tired or perfect for someone with arthritis. If you want it to stop spaying just simply turn off at machine, or if want to stop for just a few seconds push the button on the handle. Also doesn't say it but comes with LOTS of different heads/tips. Again, PERFECT!

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dental cleaner

We received the product in a reasonable time, at a price we felt was reasonable. It works well. We had used this product before. It was very convenient to purchase this at home.

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Seems a good value, but time will tell

At the ripe old age of 54, I have braces. The Orthodontist recommended oral irrigation as superior to laborious flossing around the braces.

Being a guy prone to do a lot of research prior to purchasing anything, I did the whole research thing and found that all oral irrigation machines, no matter from what company (WaterPik, ViaJet, Interplak, whomever) all have lots of negative reviews. It seems they are all prone to leaking, breaking, tipping over and a host of other issues.

That being the case, I decided to start at the low end of the pricing scale and see if the cheaper machine with pretty good ratings would work for me. So I bought the Conair Interplak WJ64.

Yes it is cheesy feeling...very cheap in its construction. It is also very light weigh particularly the base. When attempting to remove the reservoir the base usually comes up off the counter right along with the reservoir, so it takes two hands to remove it...one hand holding the base, the other grabbing and lifting the reservoir. This is not that big of a deal, but it is indicative of the lightness of the unit.

The reservoir is just the right size for a single rinsing of the mouth but the small size does make the overall "footprint" of the unit small too so that is a good thing as it does not take up a lot of space on the bathroom counter.

As for the tip holders on the unit...forget it. The tips easily fall out ending up on the counter/floor. Stash the un-used tips in a drawer and save yourself the daily frustration. I only use the standard tip and suspect most people would do the same. For my usage, the other tips don't serve much purpose as I also use an electric toothbrush and don't need to use the other tips.

The pressure from this machine is totally sufficient. I have settled on a pressure setting in the mid-range of the possible settings and at that setting the stream is quite strong. No issues with pressure (or lack of) for me.

I do not like the "on/off" button on the handle... it is really cheeesy feeling and I'm just waiting for it to break. It hasn't yet, but then again, I've only been using the machine for two weeks.

For the price I paid, nearly half the cost of other oral irrigation machines, I'm quite happy so far. It does have a 2 year warranty which I consider generous. So if it breaks, the warranty should cover it. If it doesn't break in two years then it'll be one heck of a value because I like its performance in spite of the limitations I've already mentioned.

I was going to by a Waterpik initially, but after reading so many complaints about how the quality of them has gone downhill, I decided to try this one first. I'm happy with my decision. I will update my review if anything changes my opinion such as breakage or leaking.

I was tempted to give only 3 stars because of the "cheesy" factor, but am going out on a limb and awarding 4 stars since the performance of the machine has been more than adequate so far and the price is excellent.

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1. Clinically proven 93% more effective than flossing at reducing gum disease
2. Removes bacteria deep between teeth and below gumline where brushing alone won't reach
3. Massages gums to make them strong and healthy
4. Healthier Gums in 2 weeks, guaranteed, ideal for cleaning around braces and dental work
5. Color coded jet tips

Editorial Review :

The Water Pik® Personal Oral Irrigator effectively fights gum disease by cleaning where brushing and flossing can't reach. 1,200 pulsating sets of water per minute reach between teeth and under the gum line to reduce harmful bacteria. Comes with one jet tip and one fresh breath tongue cleaner and is ideal for individual use. Ideal for cleaning around braces, crowns and bridgework. Can be used with water, mouthwash or any ani-bacterial rinse recommended by your dental professional. Reservoir acts as cover for compact storage. Durable, easy to use and easy to clean . 1-Year Warranty.

Customer Review :

Great little gadget

I've had my WP-60W for almost two years, ever since I started getting sore gums periodically, but rarely used it regularly. I have almost no counter space by the sink, so I kept putting it in the closet, where it would be forgotten until I started hurting again.

I finally gave in and now keep it perched on the edge of the sink. I had some bleeding the first couple times I used it, but now that's stopped and I even think the most troublesome pocket may be holding less debris. When I'm in a hurry I just irrigate the problem areas, but at night I give myself a thorough session with it. At this point, if I floss after I use the Waterpik, I get hardly anything off of my teeth!

The little monster is loud, but hey, it has to create a lot of pressure from a teeny tiny motor, and I'm sure the short lifespan of 2-4 years is what keeps the price so low. With twice-daily use I don't expect it live more than a couple more years, which frankly is a great bargain if I can avoid an oral surgeon or more fillings due to receding gums.

Last week I decided to splurge on a Waterpik Ultra Cordless Dental Water Jet, which was awful compared with the 60W--tiny reservoir, extremely awkward to handle, impossible to clean thoroughly--and is going right back to the store. Even with its noise and size, the 60W is far easier to use. I did consider the QuickBreeze - Dental Oral Irrigator w/ 36" hose, but it doesn't allow you to use mouthwash, which is important if you've got serious gum problems.

Here are some tips for the WP-60W:

* Press the reservoir down firmly over the gasket. When the water level is low it's likely to lose its connection; either press the reservoir down again or add water.

* When you get started, set the pressure to the lowest level and hold the pik pointing into the sink until the water starts; then you can get it into your mouth with no spray and carefully turn up the pressure.

* I never leave water in the reservoir; if you do, you're just asking for contamination or bacteria. That's why I decided not to buy the one with the covered reservoir.

* To keep things as sanitary as possible, rinse the reservoir and run clear water through the machine if you've used mouthwash. Remove the 'pik' and rinse it out under the faucet. Then hold the handle in the sink below the level of the reservoir to allow water to drain out of the cord and shake it into the sink a few times to remove any remaining water in the handle. I then turn the reservoir over and prop it up on the unit until it dries out, since I'm concerned with bacterial or algae buildup.

All in all, this is a great machine. It sounds like Waterpik is great about replacing bad units within a year (without a receipt!!). Nothing is made the way it used to be, but given the low price I'm not too concerned.

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Great for Everyday Home Use!

I got this for Christmas and Love it!!! It makes my whole mouth feel super clean. I can see how it wouldn't be practical for taking it on trips...which is understandable (and that's why they make small hand held ones). I have super sensitive gums and often times when I floss or brush my gums bleed. I feel like this product gets the job done with out all the mess. It's a little hard to get used to at first ( I squirted myself in the face a couple of times) but is worth the hassle.

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7+ Years, still going strong

I've had this model for over 7 years and noticed the poor reviews so here's my quickie - still runs strong, doesn't leak, but I'm upgrading to the Ultra.

If you're in the market for a WP you might as well go with that since the price is so close. I lost my extra tips years ago & the storage inside the lid on the ultra seems like it'll be a nice feature.

The only cons IMO are the lack of a lid over the reservoir which needs periodic cleaning. The 32 oz+ capacity will likely be missed, but I usually only fill this model halfway anyway so it might not be an issue.

I'm not junking this one - it'll go in a dark corner shelf in case it's services are required in the future. I also ordered the panasonic portable model for the car & travel (runs on AAs) - I hate stuff stuck between my teeth.



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WaterPik WP-60W

Product works as advertised and am pleased with the purchase.Keep in mind that all waterpiks make a bit of noise, but its normal. Would recommend this for others.

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Pain in the you-know-what...

This is my third Waterpik oral irrigation system. The first two lasted at least 3 years. This one is a piece of you-know-what. First, the resevoir does not fit over the unit with the irrigator tool in place after use. Second, I have to fiddle with the resevoir several times before the water will travel through the irrigator tip properly...pain in the you-know-what. Third, it seems to need flushing with bleach and water to rid it of a musty smell in the irrigator tip. Once I get the blasted thing to work, it does a wonderful job of getting debris left after flossing, but it's still a pain in the you-know-what knowing that there are better models available.

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1. You Are 14 Days Away From Healthier Gums - Guaranteed!
2. If your gums aren't 100% better within 14 days, send it back for a full no hassle refund.
3. 1000s of satisfied customers since 1997 30 Day Money Back Guarantee; Lifetime Warranty
4. The 6 foot ShowerBreeze hose itself is ideal for cleaning those hard to reach spots on your body. Feels great, cleans great.
5. No more dumb water tank to store or fill

Editorial Review :

Get the ShowerBreezeTM! This ingenious device flushes out loosely attached plaque and food particles trapped between teeth and under the gum line, where brushing and flossing cant reach. Attach the ShowerBreezeTM to any showerhead for easy accessibility and IMMEDIATE RESULTS. The unit has a volume control from complete off to compete on and everything in between. Valve is constructed of chrome plated brass.

Customer Review :

ShowerBreeze Jet Dental Irrigator

I previously used the "travel" WaterPik but it quickly lost the ability to be recharged. My hygentist recommended this and, due to the fact I always waterpik in the shower, it sounded ideal. I couldn't be happier with the results. Plus, because it's so easy to install, it will travel with us for our winter hiatus down South.

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Works like a breeze

My family and I love this product. Using the tap's water supply, we got strong enough jets to clean our teeth. The set is simple and durable.

I initially had some problems when I installed the diverter valve in reverse (it only works one way!) and there were no indications on this. It just assumes that the female thread is for inlet and male thread for the outlet. However, it didn't take too long to figure out from the illustrated installation sheet.

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Easy Breezy

This installed very easily, and quickly. The directions are very clear. I did need to use pliers to gently loosen the current shower fixture, just as the instructions suggested but no tools are needed to attach the Shower Breeze. A roll of Teflon tape is included in the package which I thought was a nice touch, it's not something everyone would have around or even know about if they've never done any DIY plumbing and you usually need Teflon tape when working with water fixtures.

I had put off purchasing this because I feared it wouldn't fit on my shower fixture, I live in an older mobile home but it's a perfect fit.

As to the price, yes maybe it is a bit pricey but considering you'll never need to replace it, as with the electric counter top models which seem to have the lifespan of a mayfly, I think this is a pretty good deal.

I like the ease of use, no setting up or taking apart, just use it, and it's quiet. I had a Water Pic that I loved for the whole eight weeks it worked, but, it was noisy, definitely not good for an apartment dweller.

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Brilliant!

What's not to like? No counter clutter...nice warm water for massaging your gums and rinsing out the ol' braces...cleaning your teeth while enjoying your nice warm shower...the feeling of 100% clean when you get out of the shower...

Our family members tend to shower in the mornings before breakfast, so it's not the most intuitive time for oral hygene, but it does feel great and it can't hurt.

Very easy to install--took under five minutes.

We'll be giving these as gifts.

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Very Satisfied

I had used a waterpik rechargable unit, but got frustrated with the inconveniences: charging it, filling and refilling it and then the battery died (~ 4 mos. of use). I just got this product and am thrilled at the low tech durable approach. My mouth is cleaner than it has been since I first got my waterpik, and knowing there is no battery to die, I know it will stay clean.

The added bonus- 6ft hose with tip removed is great for cleaning/rinsing tub as well as rinsing my toddler's hair without getting water/soap in her eyes! Maybe company will make hair rinsing attachment some day.

All in all great product.

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1. The only hydro-magnetic irrigator that has been clinically tested and proven effective
2. Pulsating flow gently massages your gums and helps remove debris after brushing
3. Safe to add your favorite mouthrinse
4. Comes with 4 color coded jet tips
5. 1 year warranty & 30 Day Money-back Guarantee

Editorial Review :

The HYDRO FLOSS® oral irrigator is the highest quality, most effective home treatment device of its kind. It compliments and completes anyones home dental care. Optimizing by flushing disrupted plaque that brushing and flossing leave behind. Completing the care by providing a cleansing for sub-gingival and Those hard-to-reach areas. Twice as effective as other oral irrigators through the innovation of HydroMagnetics. The difference is, the HYDRO FLOSS® has the ability to inhibit the bacteria from adhering to the surface of the teeth. Clinical studies show that the HYDRO FLOSS® oral irrigator is 44% more effective than non-magnetic oral irrigators, (Journal of Clinical Periodontology, Vol. 20, No. 5, May 1993, pages 314-317), and up to 64% more effective than non-magnetic oral irrigators, (Journal of Clinical Periodontology, Vol. 25, No. 4, April 1998, pages 316-321).

Customer Review :

Save your gums and pucker up

I've owned three Hydrofloss irrigators since 2002 and have found them all to be outstanding devices which, used 1-2 times per week, have kept my gums healthy and have stopped the recession of two troubled gum areas in my mouth. (The enclosed product CD they send with the units will explain exactly how it works and why this happens.)

I've had three because, per my instructions from my dentist, I've always used them with a solution of 80% warm tap water and 20% hydrogen peroxide. Unfortunately, the peroxide prematurly wears out the motor so that after 200 or so uses, it wears out. I returned two of the units to the manufacturer for refurbishing, but found that the repaired units did not pump water with enough force to adequately clean my gums. I subsequently did not pay for the repairs ($25 + shipping per unit) after several complaining e-mails with the company's owner.

I can attest to the fact that faithful use of these units will also completely elminate bad breath, provided that your additional oral care (flossing, brushing, and use of Listerine) is adequate.

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1. Clinically proven 93% more effective than flossing at reducing gum disease
2. Removes bacteria deep between teeth and below gumline where brushing alone won't reach
3. Massages gums to make them strong and healthy
4. Healthier gums in 2 weeks, guaranteed, ideal for cleaning around braces and dental work
5. Includes jet tip and tongue cleaner

Editorial Review :

Waterpik WP65 Personal Oral Cleaning System Features: