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Theyll actually make you enjoy flossing.
Byrdie / Kristin Kempa
According to double board-certified periodontist and nutritionistDr.
Floss picks are easy to use, particularly when reaching in between the molars, she explains.
After consulting with cosmetic dentistDr.
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Lawrence Fung, DDS, and Dr. Moldovan, we landed on these top picks.
(See what we did there?)
Theyre also super sturdy and wont snap, given they double up as a tongue scraper as well.
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Theyre made from a compostable combo of corn and wheat straw and are mint-flavored too.
Even the exterior packaging is a kraft paper box thats reusable and recyclable.
These durable and natural flossing picks long handle allows us to reach our rear teeth comfortably as well.
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The eco-friendly option features a handle made from corn starch and nylon-based.
The picks are housed in a paper package to further eliminate waste.
They work equally well in between teeth, the outer surface of teeth, and along the gum line.
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(All common areas where plaque tends to build up.)
Plus, the floss itself is silky smooth, gliding easily back and forth between interdental spaces.
These flossing picks are a bit fragile though and may snap during a flossing session.
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Because of this, you should ecpect to use up to two or three picks per oral care routine.
The compact case (which features a convenient little mirror!)
comes with a thick, easily controllable handle and a preloaded mint floss refill pod.
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Simply pop in a new piece of floss every time, and youre good to go.
One refill pod replaces 180 single-use plastic picks and each will last up to three months.
The nylon threads are doubled up for a durable floss in tight interdental spaces.
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Plus, the handle is biodegradable.
The brand says they have mint flavor, but we found them to have little to no taste.
You should use a new pick every time you floss and throw it out immediately after use.
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Flossing twice a day may be better for you.
Yes, it ispossible to overdo it.
Chelsea Avilais a contributor at Byrdie who reports on the beauty, fashion, and wellness market.
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