What is a water flosser?
A water flosser is a device that uses a stream of water to remove food residues or plaque from between teeth and along the gum line. It’s also known as an oral irrigator or a dental water jet. If you don’t want to go to the dentist, a water flosser can help you take care of your teeth and maintain your oral health. A water flosser is usually composed of a water reservoir, a pump, a control system, a tube, a nozzle, and a power source. These components can reach where a toothbrush can’t and make your cleaning more effective.
Why is it important to use a water flosser?
Maintain oral hygiene
Generally, traditional brushing is not enough as suggested by dentists. Toothbrushes alone are less likely to remove all the stains or dirt in your mouth, especially for manual toothbrushes. By using a water flosser, your oral hygiene can be ensured since it’s equivalent to second cleaning after a toothbrush.
Efficiency
Meanwhile, a stream of water is finer than any other bristles, which can cover every corner in your month. Equipped with adjustable pressure, a water flosser can floss food residues and plaque effectively, freshen your breath, and improve gum health.
Comfort
Water flossers can provide a more comfortable flossing experience than traditional flossers. You can personalize your cleaning experience based on what you need. Meanwhile, the usage of a water flosser is simple. It can fit people who are busy with their work and offer them a quick, efficient way to clean their teeth.
How to use a water flosser?
This section is about how to use an ordinary water flosser. It’s suitable for almost all water flossers.
Fill the water reservoir
You have to detach the water reservoir and fill it with warm water. Avoid using water that is too hot or too cold. If suggested by your dentist, you also can add mouthwash. Put it back where it was and turn on the power.
Attach the nozzle
Choose the suitable nozzle. Usually, there are various options, like standard nozzle or orthodontic nozzle. Then, attach the nozzle with the flosser.
Adjust the pressure
When you first get the water flosser, choose the lowest pressure. This will help you get accustomed to the water flosser. Then, adjust the water pressure according to your comfort.
Position the nozzle
Place the nozzle in your mouth. Aim the nozzle at the gum line between your teeth without direct contact. In order to avoid splashing, you had better keep your lips closed.
Floss your teeth
Turn on the water flosser. Begin at the back teeth and gradually move to the front, making sure that each tooth and gum touch the current. Remember to floss by sections. 3 to 5 seconds for each section are required in order to clean thoroughly.
Finish up
The whole flossing process needs to last for 2 to 3 minutes. You have to look at the watch. If your teeth flossing time is too short, it can’t clean your teeth well. Otherwise, it may hurt your gum.
Empty the reservoir
After you have finished flossing your teeth, turn off the device and empty the reservoir. If there is water left for a long time, it may grow bacteria and produce an odor.
Clean your device
Flush the nozzle and tube after use, especially where there is direct contact with your mouth. Let it dry naturally or by using tissues.
How often should you use a water flosser?
Recommended by dentists, you had better use the water flosser every day. It won’t take a long time, but it will improve your gum health. Paired with brushing, your oral hygiene can be guaranteed.
With the goal of convenience, some electric toothbrushes have built-in water flossers so that you don’t have to buy other water flossers. In one device, you can achieve both brushing and flossing. Yes, Soocas NEOS II is among them.
6 steps to use a water flosser inside Soocas NEOS II
If you have used a water flosser before, it’s quite easy for you to use Soocas NEOS II. More than half of the operations are similar. What’s more, Soocas NEOS II simplifies the related steps, making it more convenient.
Assembly the brush head and body.
Follow the directions and attach the brush head to its body. Since the brush head of Soocas has been disinfected in the factory, you can use it directly when you get it.
Open the water tank.
The water tank is inside Soocas, whose function is like a water reservoir.
Fill with water or mouthwash.
You can fill the water or mouthwash in the water tank.
Adjust the intensity.
Soocas provides three adjustable intensity levels: strong, moderate, and gentle. Just choose what is suitable for you.
Start brushing and flossing.
By using Soocas, you can enjoy both brushing and flossing within 3 minutes. When you start brushing, it will automatically switch to the flossing mode. The pump can deliver water to floss the dirt in your teeth. When it comes to quick clean mode, Soocas will give you three seconds to get prepared and start bushing and flossing simultaneously.
Empty and clean the water tank.
The water tank is dual-opening. Open the bottom lid and drain the remaining water. It’s so convenient that you don’t have to turn it upside down.
Benefits of using Soocas NEOS II
Compared to traditional water flossers, Soocas NEOS II has great advantages over them.
Reminder
Not surprisingly, when using a traditional water flosser, you may forget to use it. Soocas combines flossing with brushing, making sure that you floss your teeth regularly. Meanwhile, with the help of a built-in timer, you don’t have to keep your eyes on watch, allowing you to have access to an immersive cleaning experience.
Friendly to people having braces
It’s extremely important for people who have braces to floss their teeth daily and thoroughly. Soocas, with ultra-fine water streams, can reach areas where traditional oral irrigators can’t. What’s more, the soft bristles won’t hurt your gums unlike the hard nozzle of a traditional water flosser.
Simplicity
The 2 devices in 1 design simplifies the cleaning experience to a large extent. With the assistance of Soocas, your bathroom won’t look like a mess, and it’s easier for you to clean. It brings both convenience and comfort to your home.
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