Oral hygiene needs differ between every patient. Individuals undergoing orthodontic care need to be mindful of irritating brackets and wires, whilst those with implants and crowns will endeavour to maximise the lifespan of their restoration.
Expert assistance is offered by clinicians, who can develop patient’s knowledge and provide them with access to effective solutions through the Waterpik™ Advocacy Programme. Designed to help individuals find effective interdental cleaning aids that can transform their oral hygiene routines, the Advocacy Programme equips practices with everything needed throughout the treatment journey.
It’s important to first understand how Waterpik™ water flossers can support your patients, no matter their needs. Then clinicians can bring the benefits of the Advocacy Programme to their patients, with informed knowledge of the opportunities available for improved oral health outcomes.
Versatility for your patients
Effective oral hygiene routines don’t just stop at twice daily brushing. Interdental cleaning is an essential element that can be forgotten by some individuals.
Removing plaque and bacteria that rests in the interproximal spaces and below the gumline minimises the risk of developing caries, bad breath, and periodontal disease. For patients with fixed orthodontic appliances, removing plaque and debris from these areas can be especially difficult. The Cordless Advanced water flosser from Waterpik™ is readily equipped to provide support, thanks to the unique Orthodontic Tip. With this attached, the Cordless Advanced is up to three times as effective as string floss for removing plaque around braces.[i]
Individuals can use the Orthodontic Tip, which features a tapered brush head to remove plaque and debris in hard-to-reach areas, for a gentle yet effective clean. Together, the Cordless Advanced water flosser and the Orthodontic Tip work quickly – true of any Waterpik™ pairing – with 99.9% of bacteria removed from targeted areas with just a three second application.[ii]
If an individual needs to debride plaque and bacteria from sensitive areas surrounding restorations, such as an implant or crown, they can opt for the Plaque Seeker™ tip, available with the Ultra Professional countertop water flosser. Bristles connected to the tip help to remove plaque from hard-to-reach areas, whilst flushing out bacteria with gentle water pressure. When used with a Waterpik™ water flosser, the solution is more than two times as effective as string floss for improving gingival health around implants, with research showing a reduction in bleeding.[iii]
Develop your clinical knowledge
With a greater understanding of the capabilities of the Waterpik™ water flosser, clinicians can better support patients with advanced oral hygiene needs. The Advocacy Programme is designed to help both dental professionals and patients recognise the solutions available to them.
Clinicians that sign up receive a bespoke welcome kit, containing access to a free CPD module with the Health Professional Academy, designed and created in collaboration with Waterpik™. The module called “Should water flossing become an integral part of oral hygiene?”, develops knowledge of why and how to use water flossers, especially for those that face increased difficulties with a standard oral hygiene routine.
Free patient brochures, provided to members of the Advocacy Programme, enable patients to take away key information from every appointment. This means they can spend time considering the Waterpik™ water flossers that meet their needs, and return to the practice prepared with any questions that they may have.
Practitioners also receive unique discount codes that can be used by patients, giving them even better access to industry-leading water flossers that make a difference in their oral hygiene routines.
Want to learn more about the Advocacy Programme, and find out how you and your patients can receive all-new benefits? Visit the Waterpik™ website today.
For more information on WaterpikTM water flosser products visit www.waterpik.co.uk. WaterpikTM products are available from Amazon, Costco UK, Argos, Boots and Tesco online and in stores across the UK and Ireland
[i] Sharma, N. C., Lyle, D. M., Qaqish, J. G., Galustians, J., & Schuller, R. (2008). Effect of a dental water jet with orthodontic tip on plaque and bleeding in adolescent patients with fixed orthodontic appliances. American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 133(4), 565-571.
[ii] Gorur, A., Lyle, D. M., Schaudinn, C., & Costerton, J. W. (2009). Biofilm removal with a dental water jet. Compendium of continuing education in dentistry (Jamesburg, NJ: 1995), 30, 1-6.
[iii] Magnuson, B., Harsono, M., Stark, P. C., Lyle, D., Kugel, G., & Perry, R. (2013). Comparison of the effect of two interdental cleaning devices around implants on the reduction of bleeding: a 30-day randomized clinical trial. Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (15488578).
