Choosing the best dental floss to use is dependent on the consumer's
preference. The fact is there is a ton of different floss options on the market
with a variety of flavors, coatings, and other variations. Essentially, they
all do the same thing and the most important thing to remember is to buy the
most functional floss for your teeth, and use it daily.
If you want to
know what the best dental floss is, the answer is the kind that enables you to
successfully and regularly clean the areas between your teeth. To help you find
the right type of floss for you, here are some options.
Flossers
Flossers usually consist
of a plastic instrument with a floss strip and a pick on the opposite end.
This option can be both effective at cleaning the areas in between your teeth
and scraping off plaque. These flossers also come flavored in mint
and various other varieties.
Gentle Dental Floss
Some people will find that dental floss is too harsh on their gums. For that reason, some companies make floss with soft coatings that are less abrasive on the gums. Typically, these types of floss are just as effective as regular floss and ideal for those looking for a more sensitive approach to flossing.
Some people will find that dental floss is too harsh on their gums. For that reason, some companies make floss with soft coatings that are less abrasive on the gums. Typically, these types of floss are just as effective as regular floss and ideal for those looking for a more sensitive approach to flossing.
Flavored Dental Floss
Most regular flossers buy a
flavored dental floss because it will freshen their breath even more than
unscented floss. The latter can also take on the smells associated with
bacteria in your mouth which can be pretty bad from case to case. We suggest if
flavored dental floss is what you prefer, and it allows you to floss your teeth
regularly, then it is automatically best for your mouth.
Of the options, it is
difficult to name an absolute best type of floss because the answer varies from
patient to patient. However, Dr. Skelton and our team say that the type
of floss that works best for you, is the one that gives you the greatest chance of succeeding
at regular flossing. For more information on floss, or
flossing with braces, contact us!
