How to disassemble and clean your Waterpik Water Flosser

Discover how to clean and maintain your Waterpik efficiently to extend its lifespan. Follow our step-by-step tips to properly care for each piece.

How often should you dismantle and clean your Waterpik irrigator?

Discover the importance of cleaning your Waterpik irrigator according to your frequency of use. For daily users, a deep cleaning every two weeks is recommended, while those who use it occasionally only need to perform monthly maintenance.

Check the video below to see how to clean your water flosser.

Periodic water flosser maintenance

First, make sure to regularly clean both the reservoir and the handle of the irrigator to prevent the buildup of dust and other environmental contaminants. Perform this process at least once a week, using a damp cloth followed by a dry one for thorough drying.

Cleaning the water tank

A great advantage of Waterpik water flossers is their removable reservoir, which makes cleaning easy. Simply wash it with soap in the sink and dry it with a cloth. If you have a dishwasher, you can also place it in the top rack for convenient cleaning.

Have you seen the valve on the reservoir? It’s through this small hole that water flows to the handle. Rinse it under a stream of hot water for about 30-45 seconds and let it air dry.

Before reattaching the reservoir, make sure to thoroughly clean the cavity with paper towels to remove any dirt residue.

Cleaning the internal parts

When using tap water, the filters of the irrigator can accumulate microscopic minerals that may lead to blockages over time.

To clean these areas, start by filling the reservoir with water and adding 2 to 4 tablespoons of white vinegar. Mix well and activate the irrigator to circulate the water. After emptying half of the reservoir, wait 20 minutes before emptying the rest. Then, refill the reservoir with clean water and repeat the process to remove any remaining vinegar residue.