Bryan Johnson and girlfriend do this easy, satisfying oral habit every day for longevity
Bryan Johnson is leaving almost nothing between his teeth.The famous biohacker, known for sharing his sometimes-controversial opinions on social media and documenting his intense longevity routine, has recently brought his girlfriend, Kate Tolo, into the spotlight.Tolo is currently collecting 14 million data points on her menstrual health, which Johnson boasts is “a first for female health.” The Blueprint founder recently shared a glimpse into Kate’s daily routine, mapped out minute by minute — from spitting into tubes and swabbing her cheek and using a high-tech tampon for deeper health tracking.But, among all the more-advanced tracking methods, there was one habit that stood out for being surprisingly simple: using a Waterpik.The popular affordable water flosser uses a combination of water pressure and pulsations to help remove plaque and bacteria from hard-to-reach areas between teeth.Johnson also says he uses a Waterpik twice a day, having previously detailed his own oral health woes.
The 48-year-old explained that before he began his Blueprint longevity program, his teeth caused him “a lot of anxiety.” He claims his gums were receding, teeth were eroding and his diet was full of sugar.“The first thing I do in my protocol is use a water pick,” Johnson explained.
“It uses a high-pressure stream of water to remove food, plaque, and bacteria from hard-to-reach places.Morning and night.”After years of following a strict oral care routine — including daily Waterpik use — Johnson says he has achieved key dental health markers, including a plaque index of 24.4% and a gingival and calculus index of 0 — the lowest possible score and comparable to that of an 18-year-old.Johnson linked to a Waterpik model on Amazon, which is currently available for $70.The Waterpik Countertop Water Flosser features 10 pressure settings designed to provide a comfortable, effective clean while helping care for your gums.
It also comes with seven interchangeable ...