Best Dental Floss of 2026

"I used to use Glide, but my dentist suggested this floss because I have larger spaces between my teeth. It seems to be more effective at removing food and plaque than Glide. It's a bit stretchy and takes some getting used to, but it appears to work well."

"This is the best floss I've used. My dentist recommended woven floss for my teeth, which I liked, but it's no longer readily available. I don't like waxed floss as it feels unpleasant and ineffective. However, this floss is similar to waxed floss but with a unique feature.

The floss thins out the more pressure you apply. For example, if you wrap it around your fingers and gently move it between your teeth, it maintains its original width. But if you need to reach tighter spaces or thinner gaps, you can pull the floss tighter and it will thin out to fit the space while still cleaning effectively. The stretch isn't extreme, but it's something you'd have to try for yourself to understand."

"This is the only floss that works for me. It's gentle on the gums and flexible, making it forgiving if you make a mistake and preventing it from getting stuck. You can stretch it for a deeper clean and even fold it for larger gaps. It's also suitable for porcelain and veneers."

"pros:

• Ideal for those with wide gaps between teeth
• The thicker design ensures a more comprehensive cleaning between teeth
• The extra thickness reduces the likelihood of injuring or cutting your gums
• Reasonably priced

con:

• The larger containers lack a lid to cover the floss exit point, raising sanitation concerns
• If your teeth are closely spaced or if you have dental fillings, this floss can be challenging to use and tends to fray"

"Traditional dental floss tends to shred easily, but this one is more durable. Additionally, the 100-yard package lasts longer than smaller spools. However, it's worth noting that Dentotape is thicker than regular floss. While this doesn't pose a problem for me, it might not be suitable for those with tight gaps between their teeth. But for those who can use it, Dentotape removes more plaque."

"This is now the only floss I use. I have mild to moderate periodontitis, and my dentist recommended better flossing. I felt the floss I was using was too thin and not cleaning effectively enough, so I switched to this Dentotape. At my next appointment three months later, both the hygienist and dentist noticed a visible improvement. Big win for me! I highly recommend this if you're looking for a more thorough clean from your flossing. :)"

"I appreciate the rigid end of the floss, which can be threaded through dental implants, bridges, and tight spaces. The thicker section is particularly effective for bridges and implants. Regular floss can be a bit challenging for me and sometimes shreds. For certain teeth, I simply switch to a smoother floss.

I'm a fan of the minimal, non-plastic packaging. The floss is easy to remove if you lift it from the center, then pull out one end followed by the other. I've never had a piece get tangled."

"Despite years of orthodontic treatment, I still have uneven gaps at my gumline. Since my biting surfaces are even, my dentist says there's nothing to do about the spaces along the gumline that trap food, which traditional floss just slides past. This floss gets the job done. It's partly like traditional floss but stronger, so I can also floss the tight spaces between other teeth with the same piece without worrying about the floss splitting during use, like other flosses I've used. I've been using this floss for years and highly recommend it. I just wish it came on a roll for easier dispensing and portability."

"My surgeon recommended these to me after I got my dental implant bridge. This floss goes through and under my bridge with no issues. They're great for maintaining your bridge and ensuring there's no food or buildup underneath."