It might be said that water jets have been a revolution in oral health. Using dental floss is still excellent for maintaining dental health, but the water flosser, or dental water jet, remarkably protects teeth from decay and plaque. Did you know that some gum diseases can lead to heart disease? The fact is that certain bacteria involved in gum diseases directly threaten your heart health. If you use braces, have a fixed bridge or dental crown, have dental implants, and generally care about your oral and dental health, purchasing an oral irrigator, in addition to using a toothbrush and dental floss, would be a wise choice.