Irrigator for cleaning teeth and oral cavity at home

A visit to the dentist is not only unpleasant, but also expensive. Therefore, today more and more people devote a lot of time to dental health. First of all, this is manifested in daily care: if earlier many believed that just brushing your teeth several times a day is enough, today rinses and dental flosses, as well as devices such as tooth irrigators. At one time, they became a real discovery in dentistry.

What is an irrigator and how does it work

Irrigator is a device for thorough water cleaning of enamel and gums. It delivers a flow of fluid under pressure, thereby simply pushing dirt out of hard-to-reach areas. Sometimes the device is called a Karcher for teeth by analogy with the cleaning devices of this company.

An irrigator is needed for both home and dental oral care. Specialists use such a device in the treatment of tartar and before bleaching.

To use the device does not need any additional funds, only power from the mains or battery. The device works due to the flow of water and its pressure. A certain additional effect is also exerted by oxygen, which is released in the process and contributes to the destruction of bacteria and clarification of enamel.

The principle of operation of the device is extremely simple. It consists of several elements, the largest is a reservoir where water is poured. When the device is turned on, the liquid passes through the pump to the main element, and then it is supplied to a special nozzle and exits under pressure. The task of a person is to treat the entire surface of the teeth with a nozzle. This usually takes only 2-3 minutes.

ACleon irrigators - the best combination of price, quality and functionality

Choosing an irrigator for brushing your teeth, you need to decide: what are its features are the most important in each individual case. The ideal option is a combination of all the necessary functions and the reliability of the device. Among modern irrigators, the most reliable devices are those made in Europe, especially German ones, from which you can choose a decent model of a stationary or portable type.

A well-established German brand in the CIS that produces high-quality, functional and inexpensive irrigators is ACleon ТМ. All products manufactured under this brand are developed jointly with MedForschung, one of Germany's leading research bureaus.

Stationary irrigators ACleon

Stationary irrigators are widely used in dental clinics, but they can be used at home. If the bathroom has the opportunity to conveniently place such a device, then it is better to choose it. It has sufficient power to ensure the most thorough cleaning.

There are many options in Russian stores, including a model ACleon TF600, which has an important feature - a built-in disinfecting UV lamp.Only some irrigators have this function, but it is difficult to overestimate its benefit - under the influence of a lamp, the nozzles are sterilized and do not accumulate pathogens. There are other useful points:

1. Using such an irrigator, you can change the nozzle - 7 varieties are included in their set. This makes it possible not only to maintain a clean oral cavity, but also to avoid problems with the accumulation of food particles on the teeth of those who have braces.
2. Such treatment of the oral cavity is very effective and thorough, since this irrigator uses pulsed technology - water is supplied in the form of microports, with a high frequency and pressure. This effect does not cause mechanical damage and discomfort, especially since the pace of work can be adjusted, 17 modes are available.
3. The water supply in the tank is long enough - its volume is 0.6 liters.
4. In addition to cleansing from plaque, you can also perform gum massage.

Portable irrigators ACleon

If you have to travel for a long time - traveling or going on business trips - it is more convenient to use portable irrigators: they are small in size and can work on battery power. For example, ACleon TF200 It weighs only 250 g, which allows you to transport it even in a small handbag. The water supply in it is less than that of a stationary one - 200 ml., But this ensures its compactness.

The kit has 2 different nozzles. The pace of work can be adjusted to your needs, 3 modes are available. The battery is powerful enough to provide long-term operation without recharging, as well as pressure up to 750 kPa - to completely remove plaque. This model also works in a pulsed mode and has a high frequency indicator - 1400 pulses per minute.

These convenient devices are becoming increasingly popular, because they help maintain oral hygiene. People who have tried using stationary or portable irrigators are less likely to encounter unpleasant (and often expensive) dental treatment procedures.

Do I need an oral irrigator

The device and its nozzles have a large list of advantages over standard oral care:

• Different nozzles can remove plaque even in the interdental spaces and under the gums. It is impossible to achieve this level of purification at home in other ways.
• Regular cleaning with a standard nozzle eliminates mechanical damage to the enamel.
• If you constantly use such an irrigator, you can completely abandon the mechanical or ultrasonic cleaning of teeth in the dentist's office. Tartar will no longer bother a person.
• The use of an irrigator is the only way to maintain sufficient cleanliness of the oral cavity when wearing braces, which also does not take much time. Without this device, you will have to rinse your teeth and orthodontic design for 20-30 minutes a day.
• The gum care irrigator creates the effect of water massage, which improves blood circulation in this area. This procedure is useful for any gum disease.
• If a person has bad breath, water cleaning is indispensable, because most often the cause of this ailment is food debris in between the teeth.
• The device is also useful for sore throats, because it can be used to rinse the oral cavity with water and medications. There are irrigators with nozzles for washing the nasal cavity.

Types of irrigators according to the principle of action

Dental irrigators have appeared relatively recently, but as many as three types of such devices are already available to customers by the principle of water supply:

• Monojet apparatus.
• Pulsating irrigator.
• Fine bubble device.

A mono-jet device for brushing teeth and rinsing the mouth appeared on the market before everyone else, so today it is easiest to find such a device. The most affordable irrigator models are created using this technology.

One thin, but powerful jet of water under pressure is supplied from the nozzle to the teeth. This is enough to effectively flush your teeth, but the latest technology can give more impressive results.

The jet from the pulsating device for brushing teeth with water under pressure differs little from that supplied by the previous type of device. The thing is that modern devices create about 1200 micropulses per minute. Outwardly, this is not noticeable, but it greatly affects the final result.

Similar models are most effective for removing plaque from the enamel surface. They are great for those who care about not only oral hygiene, but also the appearance of their teeth, which improves thanks to the whitening effect.

The most advanced is micro bubble technology. In such a dental irrigator there are two pumps at once: one delivers water, and the second - air. As a result, a jet comes out of the nozzle under pressure with a huge number of small air bubbles.

Air creates the effect of micro-impacts, which is why plaque is removed much faster. This principle of work also contributes to a better saturation of water with oxygen, which is also very beneficial for oral health.

Types of irrigators by nutrition

When choosing a device, it is necessary to determine not only the principle of operation of the device, but also the way it is powered. This criterion is very important, because the device can be used not only at home, but also on the road. At the moment, you can purchase:

• Stationary Dental Irrigator.
• Portable device.
• Device with adapter.

Stationary devices differ in that in them the water tank and the main mechanism with nozzles are in different buildings. The size of such a device is impressive, so it is most often used in a dental office. If you want to get yourself such an irrigator, you must make sure that there is enough space in the bathroom.

Of the advantages of such a device, its high power can be distinguished, the jet pressure in such devices reaches 620 kPa. The volume of portable irrigators is simply not enough to operate at such power for several minutes continuously.

Portable devices are more suitable for people who often travel on business trips or travel. The compact irrigator is slightly larger in size than an electric brush. It works on battery or battery. One charge is usually enough for 2-3 days of use.

Modern devices are equipped with a micro-USB connector, so you can recharge them with a cable from a mobile phone.

The last type of irrigators for brushing your teeth is more related to portable devices. Using a special adapter, the device is connected directly to the water tap, and it does not need a separate water tank.

Types of nozzles for irrigators

The following nozzles can be found as standard:

• Classic nozzle for washing is suitable for daily cleaning. In one set they can be found in the amount of several pieces. You can periodically change them or use a dental oral irrigator along with other family members, and each will have a separate nozzle.
• Bracket nozzle gives a thinner stream of water, which allows you to clean the most inaccessible areas of the orthodontic design.
• Nozzle for water cleaning the cheeks and tongue in shape resembles a spoon, which allows you to process a large area at a time.

In the kit you can find a number of additional nozzles, and sometimes they are sold separately.

Which irrigator to choose

When choosing an irrigator for home use, you first need to determine the type of food and the principle of operation, but even this is not all the factors that should affect the choice. Here are some other recommendations:

• Pay attention only to trusted brands.Dentists often use devices from Waterpik and Donfeel, but you can see more familiar names in their office: Panasonic and Braun.
• Find out if the brand of interest has a service center in your city. Dental irrigators for caring for the oral cavity are not the cheapest pleasure, therefore, it is important that a person can get a quality repair and full warranty service in case of breakdown.
• Pay attention to the set of nozzles for washing. There are dozens of them in some models, but most of them you are unlikely to ever use, and the price of the irrigator itself to rinse from so many additional nozzles can double. It is better to take the device with only one water nozzle for flushing teeth. If this is not enough, you can always choose additional devices.
• Before choosing an irrigator, study the reviews on the model you are interested in, and not only on the manufacturer's website. There are lots of resources with independent reviews of ordinary people.

How to use an oral irrigator

Despite all the advantages of the device, you can not take it as an independent way of washing your teeth. First, as before, you need to brush them with a brush and toothpaste. Ideally, if a person does this after each meal.

After the standard procedure, a toothbrushing is carried out by water under pressure at home. At first use, it is recommended to use a minimum jet power, and then gradually increase it with each new flushing. Otherwise, gums may become ill.

It is most convenient to first clean the incisors and fangs with water, and then gradually approach the molars in the left and right parts of the jaw. To clean their outer side, sometimes you have to slightly push your cheeks with your fingers.

Particular attention should be paid to the chewing part of the molars and the inner region of the incisors of the lower jaw. It is there that the raid most actively gathers, tartar begins to be deposited, and caries develops.

The irrigator is also a device for rinsing the gums, so at the end take some time and them. This will not only provide better flushing, but also improve the circulation of the mucous membrane.

It is better to use an irrigator above the sink, because in the process the water drains, and sometimes even splashes in different directions with great force. After each procedure, you need to clean the equipment itself, or rather, the nozzle so that bacteria do not accumulate on its surface.

How much is an oral irrigator

The cost of an irrigator for cleaning gums and enamel depends on the mass of parameters and starts from 4 thousand rubles. Portable devices with a monojet are considered the most affordable, the most expensive are devices using the microbubble technology.

If we consider the most popular models, we can understand the approximate prices:

• Donfeel OR-820M - from 4.4 thousand p.
• Waterpik WP-100 - from 6 thousand p.
• Oral-b OxyJet - from 11 thousand p.

Despite the fact that prices bite, such a device should be chosen by everyone who cares about their smile. In the future, much more money will be saved on the services of a dentist, and the cost of a dentifrice will pay off.