Overview of children's irrigators

From early childhood, babies should be taught to oral hygiene. There is an opinion that it is not necessary to follow the milk teeth, since they will fall out anyway - this is not the case, many diseases in a neglected state pass to the molars. To make the procedure for brushing your teeth interesting for the child and at the same time as effective as possible, an irrigator is used.

In recent years, many parents have thought about purchasing an irrigator. It is a hygienic device that allows you to thoroughly clean the oral cavity in the most inaccessible places. The device works where a toothbrush cannot reach - in the gaps between teeth, gum pockets and inner surfaces of teeth.

The principle of operation is based on the action of a water jet, under pressure it washes away all food residues from the teeth and the surface of the mucous membrane. For greater efficiency, they use not simple tap water, but a special antiseptic solution.

The indications for the use of the irrigator in children are:

• prevention of caries and other pathologies of the oral cavity;
• reduction of bleeding gums;
• cleaning teeth in inaccessible areas;
• neutralization of bad breath.

The main advantages of children's irrigators include:

• the set includes several attachments for treating teeth, as well as gums, tongue and braces;
• the device performs a soft massage of the gums, thus, normalizes blood circulation in the soft tissues of the mouth and prevents the appearance of pathological processes;
• the device operates in several modes of water supply, thanks to which it is possible to select the optimal level of fluid pressure and pressure depending on the age and physiological characteristics of the baby;
• the device is adapted for the use of special medicinal solutions, as well as decoctions of herbs and elixirs.

However, it was not without its drawbacks:

• lack of work in spray mode;
• nozzles do not rotate 360 ​​degrees;
• lack of automatic shutdown.

It is necessary to pay attention to the fact that there are situations when a children's irrigator is not recommended for use. Among the main contraindications are:

• recent surgical interventions in the oral cavity;
• incomplete treatment of caries or any other diseases of the teeth and gums;
• periodontitis in acute course;
• bleeding gums lasting over two weeks;
• pathology of the cardiovascular system.

Portable irrigators will be the optimal solution for the child. These devices are mobile and compact, and it is comfortable for babies to hold them in their hands. The most popular models acceptable for use by children include those presented below.

Waterpik For kids. This irrigator is recommended for use by young children from 1 to 6 years old. The device effectively removes all food residues and prevents the growth of pathogenic microflora. In addition, it effectively protects the child's oral cavity from caries.

The device is easy to use and does not make noise during operation. The device is painted in bright colors and decorated with stickers, and the child can attach them on his own. Thanks to this, the devices are of interest to babies - this greatly facilitates the development of the skill of self-care for their teeth.

The device meets all safety standards, it was developed in close cooperation with leading pediatric dentists. Its design takes into account the physiological features of children's teeth and oral cavity. Such an irrigator is much weaker than other models, therefore it cannot harm the baby's health. At the same time, not only children, but also adults can use such an irrigator.

The power of the Waterpik device is quite high for its size. The device emits 1200 pulsations per minute. The models for children have three levels of jet pressure.

SoWash Family. A versatile modern irrigator that allows you to quickly and effectively cleanse the oral cavity from food debris and other contaminants. The device effectively deals with even the most severe plaque. At the same time, gums are massaged, blood circulation is accelerated and metabolism is normalized.

The line includes one and three jet nozzles. This allows you to choose the flow parameters that are optimal for the child. Such an irrigator can be used not only by a child, but also by an adult.

Nowadays in pharmacies you can find a wide variety of models of irrigators. They are conventionally divided into three categories:

• plumbing;
• stationary;
• portable.

Plumbing are equipped with adapters, they allow you to connect them to taps. Such devices are easy to use; they do not require special skills and efforts from their owners. Nevertheless, they will not be the best solution for the children - the simplest tap water is used here to clean the oral cavity, and it often does not meet sanitary standards.

Stationary models operate from the mains. In these devices, water flows through the handle to the nozzle. This is quite convenient, since the jet in this case is immediately directed to the treated area of ​​the oral cavity.

The most convenient devices are portable; they serve special medicinal solutions. Moreover, the products are not as bulky as stationary ones. Portable irrigators create low pressure so they don't damage sensitive baby enamel. For babies, they will be the best choice.

When choosing a model for a children's irrigator, you need to pay attention to some functional parameters.

• Jet. The irrigator can produce a continuous stream, pulsate, or create a "bath" of air bubbles. For children, the latter option is preferable. This treatment has a bactericidal effect and removes all plaque as effectively as possible.
• The size. If you and your child often travel, go to the country house and plan to take a hygiene device with you, it is better to give preference to compact portable models powered by a rechargeable battery or batteries. At home, it is better to make a choice in favor of stationary products with a large number of useful options and several high-speed operating modes. At the same time, the child must easily hold this device in his palms, otherwise he will begin to refuse to process his teeth.
• The presence of replaceable nozzles in the kit. Many models have several types of attachments. This is important if not only a child, but also adult family members plans to use the irrigator. For each of them, you will need its own separate attachment, preferably of a different color, so as not to accidentally confuse.
• Price. Keep in mind that high cost doesn't always translate into high quality. First of all, you need to pay attention to its functionality and dimensions.