A study recently published in The Journal of Clinical Dentistry has demonstrated that the Waterpik® Water Flosser is more effective than the Sonicare® Air Floss at reducing plaque and gingivitis, according to an announcement from Waterpik. The study was conducted by BioSci Research Canada Ltd.
During the 4-week study, the 82 participating subjects were divided into two groups and provided either the Waterpik Water Flosser or Sonicare Air Floss, plus a manual toothbrush, to use for their daily oral care routine. Clinical results demonstrated that the Waterpik Water Flosser was 80% more effective than Sonicare Air Floss for overall gingivitis reduction and 70% more effective for overall plaque reduction.
According to lead researcher Naresh C. Sharma, BDS, DDS, “I found the results of this study to be very useful for practitioners based on the significant difference between the two groups.”
Water Pik Inc is committed to sponsoring high-quality research studies that are conducted at universities and independent research facilities, and are published in peer-reviewed journals. There are more than 55 published clinical trials specifically on the Waterpik Water Flosser that demonstrate that it can significantly improve oral health by removing plaque and reducing inflammation in patients with gingivitis, mild to moderate periodontitis, diabetes, implants, or orthodontic appliances.
To read the full study, click here.
