"Do you find yours loud though? Mine sounds like a mini lawn mower, lol."
Haha, yeah mine's pretty noisy too—sounds more like a tiny blender than a lawn mower though. Still, can't complain much since it does the job and hasn't leaked yet... fingers crossed!
Haha, glad I'm not the only one noticing this! Mine sounds like a mini jet engine taking off—seriously, I sometimes wonder if the neighbors can hear it through the walls. But hey, if it means fewer cavities and dentist visits, I'll take the noise any day.
Honestly though, I've been wondering if the loudness varies by brand or model. I mean, is it just a design thing, or maybe mine's defective? I've read some reviews online and people seem pretty split—some say theirs is whisper-quiet, others joke about needing earplugs. Makes me curious if there's a trick to quieting it down, like maybe placing it on a towel or something to dampen vibrations?
Either way, I think you're right—noise aside, it's worth it. My kiddo used to dread flossing (and let's be honest, so did I), but now it's become a fun nightly routine. He actually reminds me if we forget, which is a total parenting win in my book. Plus, fewer dentist lectures about flossing habits is always a bonus.
Anyway, hang in there with your mini lawn mower. Maybe we'll all get used to the noise eventually... or at least learn to tune it out.
Haha, your description of the "mini jet engine" made me chuckle—I hear similar stories from patients all the time. From what I've noticed, noise levels can definitely vary quite a bit between brands and even different models within the same brand. Usually, it's just down to the motor design and build quality rather than a defect. Placing it on a towel or rubber mat can actually help dampen vibrations, so you're onto something there.
But honestly, it's fantastic to hear that it's turned flossing into a positive routine for your family. As a dental professional, that's exactly what we hope for—making oral hygiene less of a chore and more of a habit. And trust me, your dentist notices the difference too. So keep embracing the noise; your teeth (and your dentist!) will thank you in the long run.
Haha, glad I'm not the only one who noticed the noise! I ended up putting mine on a folded washcloth, and it definitely helped. Curious though, has anyone found a quieter model that's still budget-friendly? I'm all ears...literally.
Honestly, I gave up on finding a quieter model. Tried two "quiet" ones and both sounded like mini lawnmowers. Now I just close the bathroom door and hope my kid sleeps through it... parenting win, right?
