Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser

by Waterpik

Product Features

• Water jet is clinically proven to be up to 93-percent more effective than flossing
• Advanced control delivers a water pressure of 10 to 90 PSI with 1200 pulses per minute
• Removes debris and bacteria lodged deep between teeth and below the gum-line
• Significant oral health benefit for people who wear braces, have diabetes, and gum disease
• Includes 6 color-coded tips

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Clean where string floss can't with The Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100. Featuring six specialized tips, the Ultra Water Flosser gives you a deep-yet-gentle clean in the comfort of your home. The WP 100 effectively removes plaque and debris--even around orthodontic braces and dental implants--safely cleaning below the gumline and improving gum health.

Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100 At a glance: Easier and more effective than string flossing Up to twice as effective as string floss for improving gum health Removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas Orthodontic Tip is three times as effective as string floss at removing plaque around braces Removes debris and bacteria lodged between teeth and below gumline Six color-coded tips clean in specialized ways Adjustable water pressure delivers 10 - 90 PSI at 1,200 pulses per minute Backed by a three-year warranty

The Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser offers six unique, color-coded tips to thoroughly clean your whole mouth.

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More Effective and Comfortable Than Floss
Finally, there is an easier, more effective alternative to string floss: the Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100. The WP 100 is ideal for those who don't like to floss, as well as for anyone with braces, implants, crowns, bridges or periodontal pockets. Water flossing for about a minute a day comfortably removes up to 99.9% of plaque from treated areas and gently massages the gums to improve overall oral health. The WP 100 is clinically proven to be up to twice as effective as string floss at improving gum health, and three times as effective as string floss for cleaning plaque and debris around braces.

Six Unique Tips Personalize Your Cleaning
Offering six unique, color-coded tips, the WP 100 thoroughly cleans your whole mouth. Choose from the Plaque Seeker Tip, Classic Jet Tip, Tongue Cleaner, Orthodontic Tip, Pik Pocket Tip, and Toothbrush Tip.

The Plaque Seeker Tip removes plaque in hard-to-reach areas around implants, crowns, bridges and other dental work. For healthier gums, the Classic Jet Tip does the job, while the Tongue Cleaner removes bacteria from your tongue to help freshen breath.

Those who wear braces will appreciate the Orthodontic Tip--it's three times as effective as floss when it comes to removing plaque around braces. The Pik Pocket Tip gently delivers medicaments and rinses deep below the gumline. And last but not least, the Toothbrush Tip delivers the convenience of brushing and water flossing at the same time.

10 Water Pressure Settings for Healthier Gums
Whether you prefer gentle water pressure or deep cleansing, the WP 100's 10 adjustable water-pressure settings give you optimal control. Select a personalized setting between 10 to 90 PSI with 1,200 pulses per minute to keep your gums healthy. The WP 100 cleans deep between teeth and below the gumline, while massaging and stimulating the gums. Clinical studies show that when used regularly, the WP 100 gives you healthier gums in 14 days.

Improved Design is Quieter and Ergonomic
The WP 100's improved design features a high-volume, covered reservoir with an in-lid tip storage compartment. It is also smaller and quieter than previous models. And its ergonomic handle design is comfortable to hold and offers a convenient pause button.

The Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100 is backed by a three-year warranty.

About Water Pik, Inc.: Treat Yourself Better
Since 1962, Water Pik, Inc. has been a leader in developing and manufacturing innovative personal and oral health care products. Over the years, Water Pik has acquired more than 500 patents, maintaining a steadfast commitment to developing innovative products that enable people to treat themselves better. Waterpik brand products are recognized for their award-winning design and technology.

With the number-one recommended Water Flosser , Waterpik is one of the most trusted oral-health brands of dental professionals throughout the world. The company is committed to developing products that not only enhance the health and well-being of customers, but also conserve water and energy.

What's in the Box
One Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser WP 100; reservoir lid; six unique tips: one Plaque Seeker Tip, one Classic Jet Tip, one Orthodontic Tip, one Pik Pocket Tip, one Toothbrush Tip, and one Tongue Cleaner; Owner's Manual; and Quick Start Guide.

Product Description

Premium dental water jet with dramatically improved design, large selection of accessories. Dentists' choice. Clinically proven. Covered lid tip storage. 6 tips included: Classic Jet Tip, Plaque Seeker Tip, Orthodontic Tip, Pik Pocket Tip, Toothbrush Tip, Tongue Cleaner.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 9 x 6 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000GLRREU
• UPC: 021652489517 073950278195
• Item model number: WP-100W
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2,223 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #1 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Oral Hygiene > Oral Irrigators

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1,144 of 1,206 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Say "Goodby" to the Tooth Fairy!, September 22, 2006

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john charles webb (Honolulu, HI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser (Health and Beauty)

As far as "Water Piks" go this model is pretty snazzy and seems to work quite well. It comes with 8 attachments:
* 3 standard jets * 3 tongue cleaners * 1 pik pocket (cute name) for deeper gum purging and * 1 orthodontic tip (with small brush on end) for cleaning braces.
- The 'tongue cleaners' are worthless contrivances that simulate drowning.
You can clean your tongue much better with a standard tooth brush (although a coated tongue generally indicates the need for a dietary change, like more fruit, salad and less gunky foods).
- The orthodontic tip seems that it will work great for braces.
- The pik pocket (narrow tip) does not work as good as it should. Rather than increasing the water pressure the narrower tip actually slows it down. It may be convenient in some tight spots. It is good to have but seems to be of rather limited use compared with the standard jet tips.
The standard jet tips work quite excellently (4 stars) and will surprise you with how much junk is left behind by regular brushing and flossing.
- Most adult dental problems are caused by infrequent (below the gum line) professional cleaning and/or ignoring to floss. The Waterpik is designed to give you a significant 'edge' in keeping your teeth and gums in good condition by getting between the teeth and below (somewhat) the gum line to remove the 'left-behind gunk' before it turns into plaque, bleeding gums, and a myriad of problem$$$. Poor oral hygiene is the main cause of tooth-loss regardless of age.
- This "Ultra" model is powerful (100 watts) and does the job of power-washing your teeth and gums quite well. The design is stylish, has a relatively small footprint, a lid that houses the attachments and which also keeps the water reservoir covered.
- It is only a bit quieter than earlier Waterpik models and the hose could be about 7 inches longer for an optimum length. However, these minor design issues are insignificant with what this device accomplishes. It cleans between your teeth and along the gum line to assist greatly in preserving your pearly whites!
- Amazon's price of $49.00 (as of 9-06) is excellent and also includes free shipping. If the $49.00 seems a bit too steep then search Amazon for "WaterPik WP-72 Professional Dental Water Jet" priced at $33.26 with free shipping. The reviews are good for the WP-72 (some mechanical issues). However, both of these items carry a two year warranty.
- The attachments on this unit are different from those on many earlier units, so if you intend to get any additional accessories (e.g. nasal passage cleaner, etc. - no kidding) then they must be made for this specific model or similar models.
- This model has 10 pressure settings (a dial), however, anything below setting 6 would seem rather weak and insufficient (irrigation only). The handle also has a stop/start button for water flow (only). The power switch is safely on the side of the unit.
- Using a Waterpik is (can be) a bit quirky, splashy and squirty. It is, never-the-less, a most excellent tool to assist in promoting excellent oral hygiene and getting the bathroom all to yourself.
- I believe that the few dollars extra for this model is because this "ultra" model is a cut above. There are some Water Pik reviews stating that the recent models do not seem as durable as the earlier models. This most recent model (Ultra) seems integral, gets the job done well and is smaller and more stylish than earlier models.

652 of 704 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Waterpik first timer (for the product AND periodontal disease!), December 1, 2007

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Katy Lake (The People's Republic of New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser (Health and Beauty)

I've always prided myself on my good teeth. I thought that flossing and brushing was enough...that was until I went to the dentist, and he said I had the beginnings of periodontal disease. That scared the hell out of me.

I went home and started using the Sonicare I had bought but never plugged in. That was good, but not enough - I bought a Waterpik because obviously flossing wasn't cutting it.

I had never used a Waterpik before, and it was some revelation! I'm still amazed that there are some Waterpik oldtimers who say this machine isn't strong enough...uh, for what? Peeling paint off a brick wall? This thing absolutely knocked my socks off when it came to the PRESSURE.

I started out at 2 and worked my way up to 7 - it still stings like mad, but I'm getting used to it by now. I put Listerine in the tank to increase the anti-bacteria result.

My dentist went on vacation, and I had to cancel another appointment, so it happened that almost two months had elapsed since the last time I had seen him. In that time, I faithfully brushed with the Sonicare four times a day and used the Waterpik at least once (several tankfuls of water and Listerine worth.)

Regarding the leaking people talk about - the only time the tank leaks, I notice, is if I put my fingers on the seal when I'm refilling it. If I'm careful to keep my fingers away from that seal, the tank is water tight.

So when I returned for my check-up, the dentist was AMAZED. He wasn't sure what I had done, but he said my gums looked pink and healthy! He had said initially I'd have to get my teeth cleaned every three months because I must be one of those people who gets a tartar build up quicker than other people...well, I had worked religiously on scaling back the plaque. (I had also bought a dental mirror so I could check the back of my front teeth for telltale plaque residue.)

Hmmm, no comment about that plaque...was it because there WASN'T any? My dentist asked me if I had been eating because there was so little build up (I had to tear that out of him because I KNEW he didn't want to give me credit for working that hard on my dental hygiene!)

The dentist HADN'T recommended a Waterpik, but I knew I had to go to the extreme to beat back the periodontal enemy. My teeth are so clean, they squeak!

341 of 382 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LONG TIME WATER PIK'er: THIS IS A GREAT ONE, January 15, 2007

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Marge Teilhaber "marge201" (Fort Lee, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Waterpik Ultra Water Flosser (Health and Beauty)

This is my fourth or fifth water pik. I use it every night. They last about 4 years tops and then it's time to get another one. The size of this one is a nice feature, a little taller and narrower. Looks nicer out on the sink. The top part that holds all the accessories is terrific because it's a nice top on the reservoir and you always know where all the accessories and extras are. I read that someone keeps the reservoir filled and liked the top part so as to cover up the water. HELLO???? Why is anyone keeping water in there all day? Use it at night, empty it by using the water pik, and then cover it with the nice white top and go to bed!

The pik works great. The on-off switch is nice. The pressure control dial is accurate and responsive. It is a littler quieter than my last waterpik. It starts as soon as you turn it on. I keep the pressure control in the middle. After all my years of waterpikking & flossing, midrange is good for me. You'd think I'd be higher but no, midrange is a very strong pulse and good for me.

The reservoir is too small for me but NO PROBLEM. I keep a plastic wine glass in the bathroom and fill it up along with the reservoir. Midway through waterpikking, I dump the glass of water in the reservoir. No stopping and taking the reservoir off the base. I dump the water in while water-pik'ing and with the machine still on. In fact, I never take the reservoir off the base. I fill the aforementioned plastic wine glass with warm water and dump it into the reservoir. With my particular dollar store plastic wine glass, it takes 2 1/2 filled glasses of warm water and the other 1/2 is left for the end when I need just a little more water in the reservoir.

I really like the way this waterpik looks and functions. Having to replenish the water in the reservoir is not an issue for me at all. If I had to stop the pik, take the reservoir off the base, turn on the water to fill it, secure the reservoir tightly back on the base, that would get old quickly. Remember my tip about replenishing the water and you will love this waterpik.

EDITED ON 2-14-08: I still love this WaterPik. Everything I said above continues to be true. I just ordered this yesterday as a gift for someone and today I'm ordering it for someone else. A really really good WaterPik.