Waterpik WP-65 Personal Dental Water Jet

Our first waterpik jammed within the first week, and we opened it up and pushed the little gear back in place several times. It would work for a while an then jam again. After a while, it would only last a day or so between breaks, so we took it back for a replacement.

The replacement lasted about two months befor it stated jamming too. As well as spraying out around the head and not holding the head.

It is loud and bulky, but I have to laugh at the other commenter who tries to get the whole apparatus under the tap -- You can fill the reservoir seperately and place it on the base later.

It does feel good to use, but Im not sure I can put up with the dismal quality. Can anyone recommend a good competitor

I was one of the lucky ones, I got eight months and two weeks use from my Waterpik WP-65 Personal Dental Water Jet. It works great, for a while. I plan on buying another oral irrigator but definitely NOT a Waterpik brand. This is also very loud which could be an issue for apartment dwellers.

I purchased the WP-65 two years ago and the hose broke six months ago. The manufacturer replaced the unit but wouldnt guarantee the replacement unit. Within three months the handle lost the ability to hold the piks and now the piks shoot out of the handle when I turn it on. Today I purchased my third unit and expect it to fail within a short time. Also both units were quiet when new but became excessively noisy within weeks - like a minature jackhammer. Will someone please create a better product.

During this period I have had quite a few different Water Pik units (Id say at least 6). In most cases I have had to replace the units because of leaks in the hose. The cost of repairing the hose almost equals the cost of a new unit, so I always end up buying one. I object, not only to the cost of replacing my Water Pik every few years, but also to the effect on the environment of discarding so many of these machines.

I purchased one of these in June 2004. First one arrived and didnt work out of the box. Amazon was great and replaced it very quickly. Replacement item is now about three months old and has failed. Only used by one adult in the household. I would not recommend this unit. In all fairness I bought a WaterPik unit almost 15 years ago and it lasted until this year, in spite of the fact that it was used by two teen-agers and an adult.

Two of these have failed in two months, both for the same reason - the motor stopped working. Ive used waterpiks for 10 years and never had any problems.

It seems as if this company has seriously lowered its standards. I will be trying another brand. I suggest you do the same.

I went to amazon to order another Waterpik system(foolish me)and I just thought Id check the customer reviews. Virtually EVERYONE has had the same experience as me. You get it home, it works for a week or two (if your lucky) and then it fails. I actually didnt get more than a couple of uses out of it. I just assumed that I got the odd lemon but obviously this company is marketing something that IS NOT RIGHT and yet its amazing if you read the reviews how many people still come back to give them another chance. Beside the product being a LEMON we must be LEMMINGS............Dont jump, go elsewhere....someone mentioned that Panasonic has its own oral irrigator.........Good Luck.

This machine does the job, no doubt about it. The powerful water jets clean all food debris away and massage my gums - I have braces so I use it instead of flossing, and my dentist said my gums were fine. The only problem I have with it is the design of the water reservoir. First of all, you cant fill the tank without picking up the fairly bulky apparatus and putting it underneath the faucet. I have a small sink so its somewhat of a nuisance to do this. Secondly, the water reservoir isnt really attached to the base at all, so its pretty easy to knock the reservoir straight off of the base when moving it around or even turning it on, spilling water everywhere.

I recently purchased this item and am very pleased. I am a person who HATES to floss. After twenty something years of irregular flossing habits, I decided that I needed to do something. I read many reviews about WaterPiks, the Conair model, and a few others. I decided that this would be the best choice.

The Good.

Provides a very clean feeling.
Does not hurt.
Easy to use.
Attractive.
Quality Design.
It holds a lot of water.
You can mix mouthwash with the water.

The Bad.

Surprisingly Loud.
The coiled tube gets twisted and can be annoying to correct.
The pause button should be a go button.

All in all, I am happy with my purchase. I recommend this product.

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Note. My mother was a dental hygienist for twenty years. After I purchased this product she informed me that people who overuse waterpiks can cause unwanted damage. Gums form a natural V in between the teeth, and excessive use can cause that tissue to recess. The key word is excessive. Use the product no more than two times a day.

Model WP-65W

Oral Irrigator - Effectively fights Gingivitis By Cleaning Where Brushing And Flossing Cant Reach

Breath Freshening Tongue Cleaner - New Tongue Cleaner Jet Tip Traps And Washes Away Bad Breath Bacteria

The Water Pik Oral Irrigators gentle, pulsating action has been clinically proven to clean away Gingivitis-causing bacteria where brushing and flossing cant reach. Perfect for cleaning around braces, crowns and implants. Gently and effectively washes away food debris for greater freshness and cleanliness.

70pct. of mouth odor is caused by bacteria on the hard-to-reach back area of the tongue. Contoured spoon shape traps and removes bacteria that cause bad breath. Patented design provides pulsating sprays that wet the tongue and sweep away bacteria.

Multiple personalized pressure settings - from gentle massage to vigorous cleaning

Easy to use handle lets you control water flow and pressure

Use with water, mouthwash or anti-bacterial rinses, as recommended by your dentist or hygienist

Breath-freshening tongue cleaner removes odor-causing bacteria

Compact and convenient on your countertop. Water reservoir doubles as cover for tips and handle - providing hygienic storage.

Consumers no.1 Choice in Oral Irrigators

Water Pik Professional Oral Irrigator Limited Two Year Warranty. Water Pik, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/owner of this new product that it is free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. This limited warranty excludes the jet tips and tongue cleaner. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Water Pik and Pik Pocket are registered trademarks of WaterPik, Inc.

Made in China

Product Description
Waterpik Personal Dental Water Jet features a blue reservoir, pressure control and pause button on handle, a jet tip and tongue cleaner. Reservoir has measuring guide for water, mouthwash or antibacterial solutions. Waterpik is the number one brand chosen by consumers and recommended by dentists.