These days, there are luxury versions of nearly every kind of product, not just cars and clothing. For certain items, you may choose to spring for the luxury brand, positive that you’re getting a high quality product worth the extra money. But what about luxury floss? As one of the most expensive brands out there, CoCofloss likely isn’t available for sale at your corner store and costs more than Glide, but could it be money well spent? Here, your dentist in Westhampton discusses Glide and CoCofloss to help you decide whether you want to go luxury for this oral health item.
Floss Flaws
When it comes to flossing, you usually have two choices: stringy and effective or smooth and comfortable. The run-of-the-mill multi-string floss grips the sides of the teeth and more efficiently scrubs debris from in between teeth. Dentists often recommend this type for patients who struggle with gum disease or plaque and tartar buildup in these areas. Although this harsher texture works well from an oral health perspective, it can be uncomfortable, particularly for those with gum sensitivity. As a result, patients who use this type of floss can fail to use it every day as directed and to reap the full benefits of flossing.
Unlike this kind of floss, Glide has a thin, slippery texture, which makes the task of flossing much more enjoyable. Patients, especially those with sensitivity, find that it’s easier to floss on a regular basis with Glide. Unfortunately, this smoother texture often leaves plaque and bits of food behind. Over time, these tiny deposits accumulate and lead to symptoms of gum disease like bleeding and receding gums.
Luxury Floss: The Best of Both Worlds
CoCofloss is different from other brands in that it combines the best aspects of both types of floss. CoCofloss is thicker than Glide but has coconut oil and nontoxic microcrystalline wax, which allow the 500 thin threads to sweep away plaque without being abrasive or harsh on soft tissues. As a result, you are more likely to continue using the product and benefit from this healthy habit.
As an added bonus, CoCofloss comes in several subtle scents: mint, coconut, orange, strawberry, and some seasonal fragrances. The floss itself is flavorless, but you can enjoy more scent variety with CoCofloss than you’ll find in Glide’s options.
No matter what brand you choose, you need to make sure you’re flossing every day. Whether you decide to up your game and opt for luxury brand depends on your budget, your gum sensitivity, and your willingness to continue this healthy habit on a regular basis. If you find that Glide enables you to keep your smile healthy, then perhaps you don’t need to spend the extra money. If, however, you struggle to achieve the clean results that flossing should give you, CoCofloss may be the right choice for you!
About the Practice
At Beach Dental, Dr. Jason Parli and Dr. Alexis Gersten are dedicated to meeting each patient’s individual needs. Although they have years of advanced training in complex procedures, such as dental implant placement, they emphasize the importance of daily healthy habits like flossing. Depending on your oral health needs, they may recommend Glide, CoCofloss, or other brands to help patients implement this habit into your daily routine and keep their smiles healthy. To schedule an appointment with them at Beach Dental, you can click here.