I get the frustration, but honestly, I’ve never found store-brand floss to be quite as effective, especially for tight contacts. The cheaper stuff always shreds on me or gets stuck—then I’m left doing the awkward floss dance in the mirror. Maybe it’s just my teeth, but I caved and went back to the pricier kind. I do think the fluoride rinse helps a bit though... at least it feels like I’m doing something extra before bed. Still waiting for science to invent floss that works like magic, though.
The cheaper stuff always shreds on me or gets stuck—then I’m left doing the awkward floss dance in the mirror.
That floss dance is all too real. Honestly, you’re not alone—tight contacts make cheap floss a nightmare. I’ve found waxed or PTFE floss (the tape kind) slides way easier and doesn’t shred as much. Fluoride rinse is a decent backup, but, yeah, nothing beats actually getting the gunk out. If they ever invent magic floss, I’m first in line.
I totally get the frustration with floss that shreds or gets stuck—my kid has super tight teeth, and it’s a daily struggle. We tried a few brands, but honestly, the tape-style ones seem to work best for her tiny hands. I wonder, though: does anyone else’s dentist recommend those little interdental brushes instead of floss? I’m skeptical they really get in there, especially for small mouths. But maybe I’m just overthinking it...
I wonder, though: does anyone else’s dentist recommend those little interdental brushes instead of floss? I’m skeptical they really get in there, especially for small mouths.
My dentist actually suggested those brushes for me after my last cleaning, but honestly, I found them tricky to use with my back teeth. My kiddo has the same tight spaces, and the brushes just seemed too big—even the smallest size. Tape floss is still our go-to (with lots of dramatic sighs). Maybe it’s just one of those things where every mouth is different...
- Those little brushes kinda freak me out, honestly. I tried them for a week and just kept poking my gums—ouch.
- Floss still feels like the only thing that actually gets between my teeth, especially the tight spots.
- My partner swears by the brushes, though. Maybe it’s just a “whatever works for you” situation?
- Either way, my dentist still finds something to lecture me about every visit...
