Wouldn't it be better to keep waterpik fully submerged with water to prevent mold?
Context: When I leave my water flosser completely open to air dry after use(as per general recommendation), it doesn't fully dry out before my next night's usage. Isn't that how mold starts to form?
Sure, I could just use mouthwash or vinegar to deep cleanse it every now and then, but wouldn't it be better(and lazier 😄) to leave my waterpik's water tank fully submerged with water and close up all the holes, then dump it all out and replace with new water on my next usage, to prevent mold growth?
Took this idea from a ELI5 reddit post:
"A water bottle left with just a few drops of moisture inside will develop mold faster than a bottle filled to the brim. The drops mix with ambient air and human saliva, providing both the oxygen and minimal nutrients needed to kickstart growth. Fully submerged environments often lack the oxygen required for rapid mold growth."
Please correct me if i'm wrong, thank you in advance!