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It's 'Better Than Dental Floss' And 'Safer Than A Toothpick' — And Under $10 Today

Weary of bleeding gums? Try these little brushes instead.

It's 'Better Than Dental Floss' And 'Safer Than A Toothpick' — And Under $10 Today

Sticking hands into your mouth to floss is yucky, and though flossing is vital to healthy dental hygiene, that doesn’t make it pleasant. But, the “mechanical debridement of your teeth and gums is important,” as Dr. Bronwyn Hagan of New York-based practice Fitzsimons & Hagan Dentistry, previously told HuffPost. To minimize the discomfort of trying to get a string just right, these interdental brushes may do the trick. So many deem them “better than dental floss” for removing debris and gunk between your chompers, and they’re even easier to use. Even better, a 300-pack of these useful brushes is just $9 today!

Why an interdental brush? Simply put: They’re easier and more durable than floss, and much gentler than a toothpick.

Instead of wrapping string around your fingers and maneuvering it around your entire mouth, you just push a small, flexible, rubberized brush between your teeth. The textured bristles help scrub away debris and push out buildup without much effort.

One reviewer even says it’s much gentler compared to floss, resulting in less bleeding gums. “These little brush pucks are an excellent replacement for dental floss or tapes,” they say. “So much easier for my arthritis numbed finger tips to handle. They do a good job of removing food bits especially after eating corn 🌽 on the cob, pop corn or other chewy foods. They are comfortable, soft, effective, easy to hold, feel good on your gums and have not caused any gum bleeds as I have sometimes had happen when using floss.”

Others say interdental brushes feel safer and more effective than toothpicks. The textured design also gently massaging the gums.

“These are better than those my dentist gives me samples of,” one reviewer says. “The brush is easier to use, flexible enough to give my gums a good massage/scratch.”

Another reports that these dental brushes are “so much better” than big name brands: “These do not bend or break. You really can use everyone. I love them, and will never go back to the expensive picks.”

Each pack includes 300 brushes and a compact carrying case, making them convenient for use on the go, especially right after meals. They’re available in multiple colors, and each brush includes a small hook at the end for more precise cleaning. And for those of you who wear braces, these are especially useful for you!

Upgrade your dental game and grab one of these 300-packs of interdental brushes today. If you need more of a reason to switch from traditional string floss, here are several promising reviews.

“For years I bought the “big name” brand of dental picks. But I got really sick of the high price they are charging for them these days. So on impulse I bought these because they were cheap. Well, folks, they are not only cheap, but they are FAR better than the big name brand. The expensive dental picks routinely bend when you are using them and then become useless. These do not bend or break. You really can use every one. I love them, and will never go back to the expensive picks. And if you’ve never used dental picks, these are the ones to get―you will never have any more gum problems if you use these once a day. Keep your gums healthy if you want to be healthy overall―it’s more important than you can imagine.” — Rowena Ravenscroft

“Really gets out the food stuck between your teeth. A necessity with pilled pork or ribs. Safer than a toothpick and won’t remove loose crowns like those little plastic floss holders, but use gently or you can irritate your gums by poking them. Cary a few easily in your wallet and always have one handy” — K. Nelson

“My source for these has closed. I read the reviews for these and was not impressed but thought I’d give em a try.

These are better than those my dentist gives me samples of. The brush is easier to use, flexible enough to give my gums a good massage/scratch. I know. Sounds like an item for fido but that’s all I’ve got.

Seriously, I like the functionality of these so well I gave some to my brother, the mr. picky of dental floss products.” — Just sayin’

“These little brush pucks are an excellent replacement for dental floss or tapes. So much easier for my arthritis numbed finger tips to handle. They do a good job of removing food bits especially after eating corn 🌽 on the cob, pop corn or other chewy foods. They are comfortable, soft, effective, easy to hold, feel good on your gums and have not caused any gum bleeds as I have sometimes had happen when using floss. They come in several reasonably priced quantities - the size I bought came in a clear plastic case with a snap lock and fits nicely in my medicine cabinet. Wish I had discovered these sooner. Highly recommend !” — LynnZ.

Looking for more dental upgrades? Check out these dentist-recommended products.

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Amazon

A plug-in water flosser from a trusted brand for home use (25% off)

The Philips Sonicare Power Flosser 3000 has two modes and 10 intensities, with a 550-milliliter water reservoir. The flosser is designed to shoot out four streams of water to give your mouth a deeper clean, and the pulse wave feature can help guide your flossing routine. The flosser comes with an extra nozzle for when it's time to replace. It's 25% off for a limited time at Walmart and Amazon!

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Amazon

Some peroxide-based mouthwash to use in the reservoir

If you've got a water flosser, add some Crest 3D White Glamorous White Mouthwash to your tank to make a 50/50 mix with water. The mouthwash's whitening formula is alcohol-free and claims to be able to remove surface stains in just a week.

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Walmart

Some classic mechanical string floss

Sold in a three-pack with a total length of 120 meters, this floss is micro-textured and can smoothly remove buildup and plaque from between your teeth, while remaining gentle on your gums. This one is flavored to help your mouth feel even fresher afterward. It's also so easy to toss one of these in your bag for when you're traveling, since they're so compact.

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