I really like this Waterpik although it took some getting use to. The inside water holder needs to be pused down firmly which I did not realize at first (altho your directions say this)
I started braces and the water pik was recommended. I was surprised to see an occasional piece of food in the sink during the water pik use even though I thought I had done a good job with the floss and toothbrush.
My dental hygienist recommended using a waterpik before I had my last wisdom teeth pulled. It helped my recovery from that extraction. With receding gum lines (over 65 yrs. old) the waterpik is helping. Should have started sooner. The rubber tipped nozzle is my favorite, but the rubber tip doesn't last long so the only other attachment that I use is the small hole nozzle.
This is my second waterpik. I wore out the first one, had it over 10 years. This product is very good for my dental health as I have periodontal disease. Waterpik keeps it under control.