Do you use floss in a big spool or one of those floss forks?

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10 response(s)
Ladislaus Z.

Neither now, I use teepees those little brushes. After expensive hygienist trips that’s the piece of advice that’s worked best for me.

Christy C.

I use both a spoiled floss and a little brush that I can wedge between my teeth! I feel like I get a better clean with the brush but it doesn’t fit in all my teeth gaps.

Alfred A.

I hate to admit but I use the plastic “forks”. I don’t like adding the plastic into the environment but I don’t resist flossing when I use them.

Lisa F.

I’ve used both. I think the individual plastic picks create more plastic waste, but they are convenient. I’ve found a biodegradeable/sustain-able product called Stimudent that I use on-the-go, but it doesn’t replace floss. So, off to rip some floss off that big spool in the big plastic container. Even dental hygiene requires tough choices.

Josefine Z.

I prefer the floss forks. I asked my dentist once and he said whatever gets me to floss. I find them easier to control and reach my molars.

Brennan F.

From a spool, with a clean section for each tooth. The forks are not great because they can spread bad bacteria from one area to another.

Herbert Y.

I have braces so it is hard for me to floss every night and I feel as though the remainder from this app doesn’t help enough

Est Ban O.

Foss fork/picks are easiest for me since I can put a stash of them in areas around the house that remind me to do it. Flossing doesn’t take long but it can feel inconvenient regardless. Keeping reminders in plain view helps me stay consistent

Pauline Z.

Personally the spools have always seemed so messy. I use the floss forks, as you called them. They’re so quick and easy, and you can use them on the go. I don’t think it matters which you use, it’s the purpose that you’re flossing at all. #winning 🙆🏻‍♀️🎉

Marcus Z.

Floss picks are what I prefer but use whatever you like. Im a dental hygienist. It really can save your life. Gum disease is linked to so many general diseases or can make them worse. Floss wherever you want, I do it in my car... it’s when I remember 😁

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