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Clinical Research
An Evidence Based Product
Scientific evidence from independent and university-based research centers shows that the WATERPIK water flosser is an easy and more effective alternative compared to string floss and interdental flossers.
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Efficacy of Water Flossing on Clinical Parameters of Inflammation and Plaque: A 4-Week Randomized Controlled Trial
Lyle, DM, Qaqish JG, Goyal CR, Schuller R. Int J Dent Hyg, 2023;21:659-668.
Efficacy of a Water Flosser Compared to an Interdental Brush on Gingival Bleeding and Gingival Abrasion: A 4 Week Randomized Controlled Trial
Slot DE, Lyle DM, Van der Sluijs E, Hennequin-Hoenderdos N, Van der Weijden F. J Dent Res 2018; 97(Special Iss. B): Abstract #0622 (www.iadr.org). Conducted at Academic Center for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA), Netherlands.
Evaluation of the Safety of a Water Flosser on Gingival and Epithelial Tissue at Different Pressure Settings
Goyal CR, Lyle DM, Qaqish JG, Schuller R. Evaluation of the safety of a water flosser on gingival and epithelial tissue at different pressure settings. Compend Contin Ed Dent 2018; 39(Suppl. 2):8-13.
Waterpik™ Sonic-Fusion™: Twice as Effective as Regular Brushing & Flossing for Removing Plaque and Improving Gingival Health
Qaqish JG, Goyal CR, Schuller R, Lyle DM. Compend Contin Educ Dent. 2018;39(suppl 2):14-22.
Waterpik™ Complete Care Triple Sonic Toothbrush: 9 Times as Much Stain Removal as a Regular Toothbrush
Milleman JL, Milleman KR, Battershell K, Schuller R, Lyle DM. Study conducted at Salus Research, Fort Wayne, IN. 2016.
Comparison of Water Flosser and Interdental Brush on Reduction of Gingival Bleeding and Plaque: A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study
Goyal CR, Lyle DM, Qaqish JG, Schuller R. J Clin Dent 2016; 27: 61-65.
The Waterpik™ Water Flosser: Significantly More Effective than Interdental Brushes for Removing Plaque
Lyle DM, Goyal CR, Qaqish JG, Schuller R. J Clin Dent 2016; 27(1): 23-26.
Safety of a Water Flosser: A Literature Review
Jolkovsky DL et al. Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry 2015; 36(2):2-5.
Periodontal Maintenance Following Scaling and Root Planing. A Randomized Single-Center Study Comparing Minocycline Treatment and Daily Oral Irrigation with Water
Genovesi AM, Lorenzi C, Lyle DM et al. Minerva Stomatol 2013; 62(Suppl. 1 to NO. 12):1-9. Study conducted at the Tuscan Stomatologic Institute, Department of Dentistry, Versilia General Hospital, Lido di Camaiore (LU), Italy
Comparison of The Effect of Two Interdental Cleaning Devices Around Implants on The Reduction of Bleeding: A 30-Day Randomized Clinical Trial
Magnuson B, Harsono M, Stark PC, et al. Compend of Contin Ed in Dent 2013; 34(Special Issue 8):2-7. Study conducted at Tufts University, School of Dental Medicine, Boston, Massachusetts.
Evaluation of Tooth Whitening Using a Liquid Dentifrice Delivered by the Whitening Water Flosser
Milleman JL, Milleman KR, Battershell K, Lyle DM. Study conducted at Salus Research, Fort Wayne, IN. 2014
Evaluation of the Plaque Removal Efficacy of a Water Flosser Compared to String Floss in Adults After a Single Use
Goyal CR, Lyle DM, Qaqish JG, Schuller R. J Clin Dent 2013;24(2):37-42. Study conducted at BioSci Research Canada, Ltd., 3
The Effect of Different Interdental Cleaning Devices on Gingival Bleeding
Rosema NAM et al. The effect of different interdental cleaning devices on gingival bleeding. J Int Acad Periodontol 2011; 13(1):2-10.
Biofilm Removal with a Dental Water Jet
Gorur A, Lyle DM, Schaudinn C, Costerton JW. Compend Contin Ed Dent 2009; 30 (Suppl 1):1 - 6.
Effect of a Dental Water Jet with Orthodontic Tip on Plaque and Bleeding in Adolescent Patients with Fixed Orthodontic Appliances
Sharma NC, Lyle DM, Qaqish JG, et al. Am J Ortho Dentofacial Orthop 2008; 133(4):565-571. Study conducted at BioSci Research Canada, Ltd., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.
Comparison of Irrigation to Floss as an Adjunct to Tooth Brushing: Effect on Bleeding, Gingivitis, and Supragingival Plaque
Barnes CM, et al. J Clin Dent, 2005; 16(3): 71-77. Study conducted at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Dentistry, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Comparative Evaluation of Adjunctive Oral Irrigation in Diabetics
Al-Mubarak S, Ciancio S, Aljada A, et al. J Clin Periodontol 2002; 29:295-300. Study conducted at the University of Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine.