Where can I find a water pick system in Pattaya.  I have seen them around before but now I can not find any? 

help.  

Use dental floss.

Use dental floss.

Sorry boss but I'm looking for a water pick system. 

Just sharing because you probably won't find anyone on this forum that takes their dental health more seriously than me on this board.  My largest regret, as is common with many adults in life, is that they weren't flossing regularly when growing up.

 

Both my dentist, and periodontist (I've had gingivitis grafting done, but will never again) have informed me that the water pick is no match for flossing.  Flossing is the number one tool to disturb bacteria colonies and according to periodontists, the water pick may do more harm than good if the pressure isn't right.  Also, it will not be as effective as flossing, assuming you're flossing correctly.  I've been advised by both not to use the water pick, even though both have recommended the electric toothbrush, and not not apply pressure and let the vibrating brush do the work.

 

The water pick is essentially the "I'm too lazy to floss, so I'm going to B.S. myself into believing that the water pick is equally effective".

 

If you want to get the water pick, use it, but don't kid yourself that it's better than flossing, or even effective.

 

There's been some ignorant statements on this board, "But I see food particles, etc. coming out".  Well, it's not what you can see, but what you can't see (micro-bacteria colonies degrading the gums) which is what really needs to be tackled.

Edited December 27, 20169 yr by ruay

Just sharing because you probably won't find anyone on this forum that takes their dental health more seriously than me on this board.  My largest regret, as is common with many adults in life, is that they weren't flossing regularly when growing up.

 

Both my dentist, and periodontist (I've had gingivitis grafting done, but will never again) have informed me that the water pick is no match for flossing.  Flossing is the number one tool to disturb bacteria colonies and according to periodontists, the water pick may do more harm than good if the pressure isn't right.  Also, it will not be as effective as flossing, assuming you're flossing correctly.  I've been advised by both not to use the water pick, even though both have recommended the electric toothbrush, and not not apply pressure and let the vibrating brush do the work.

 

The water pick is essentially the "I'm too lazy to floss, so I'm going to B.S. myself into believing that the water pick is equally effective".

 

If you want to get the water pick, use it, but don't kid yourself that it's better than flossing, or even effective.

 

There's been some ignorant statements on this board, "But I see food particles, etc. coming out".  Well, it's not what you can see, but what you can't see (micro-bacteria colonies degrading the gums) which is what really needs to be tackled.

The water pick is effective if like me you have bridges they remove the debris that rots if you don't get it out.the best and what's recommended by dentists and hygienists is the interdental brushes flossing is not an option if you have multiple bridges and it's been discredited lately.

The water pick is effective if like me you have bridges they remove the debris that rots if you don't get it out.the best and what's recommended by dentists and hygienists is the interdental brushes flossing is not an option if you have multiple bridges and it's been discredited lately.

 

I'm a fan of interdental brushes too ... flossing is a pain and I find it tedious and difficult to do properly.

 

 

The water pick is effective if like me you have bridges

Interesting.

I want a water pick to help keep the plague off my back molars.  It's is a tuff spot for the dentists to work on and the water pick does the job. 

I'm a fan of interdental brushes too ... flossing is a pain and I find it tedious and difficult to do properly.

 

 

Flossing is not really an option with bridges.

I recently got a sonic toothbrush. I was amazed how clean my teeth felt after brushing compared to normal toothbrushes. Worth a try.

At least in the past, Dental Loft on Soi Yume had Water Pik's for sale in the office. Soi Yume is the small soi that runs along the side of Big C Extra and the back entrance to Father Ray Vocational School. I haven't been in the office for three years, since I moved to Udon and got a new dentist up here. But, they used to stock them, and still might. My only other suggestion would be online, either Lazada or eBay.

 

Edited December 29, 20169 yr by Garzan

I recently got a sonic toothbrush. I was amazed how clean my teeth felt after brushing compared to normal toothbrushes. Worth a try.

I used them for 15 years and they really work well. Did you buy the toothbrush locally?

At least in the past, Dental Loft on Soi Yume had Water Pik's for sale in the office. Soi Yume is the small soi that runs along the side of Big C Extra and the back entrance to Father Ray Vocational School. I haven't been in the office for three years, since I moved to Udon and got a new dentist up here. But, they used to stock them, and still might. My only other suggestion would be online, either Lazada or eBay.

 

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I know right where it is.     I live right off that soi and travel by that clinic almost every day.  

I used them for 15 years and they really work well. Did you buy the toothbrush locally?

 

No i bought it via Amazon in the UK and a friend posted it over here.

If you're talking about Philips Sonicare, I did a quick search, and Lazada carries a battery version. http://www.lazada.co.th/philips-hx3631-adult-electric-sonic-vibration-toothbrushes-3434388.html

 

Makes me think a big Homepro or Index might have them on the shelf. 

 

I got my rechargable from Amazon in the US, and messed up. It came with a 120vac charging base. I had to order a 220vac charging base to get it to work over here.

Edited December 29, 20169 yr by Garzan

If you're talking about Philips Sonicare, I did a quick search, and Lazada carries a battery version. http://www.lazada.co.th/philips-hx3631-adult-electric-sonic-vibration-toothbrushes-3434388.html

 

Makes me think a big Homepro or Index might have them on the shelf. 

 

I got my rechargable from Amazon in the US, and messed up. It came with a 120vac charging base. I had to order a 220vac charging base to get it to work over here.

Mine were both 120vac, but after 5-6 years of daily use, the batteries start failing. Beside 120vac is a pain to deal  with outside of US.