Category Spotlight: Dual-Defense Twisted Floss

It used to be that toothbrushing alone was all anyone needed for good oral care. But these days, we all know otherwise. Dentists and hygienists face a daily uphill battle convincing patients to floss. After all, between-teeth cleaning is key to good oral health. Sunstar’s GUM line of inter-dental cleaning products can be the answer.

Two Interwoven Strands

The GUM Dual-Defense Twisted Floss is a patent-pending, uniquely designed floss that can help prevent cavities, gum disease, and bad breath. Unlike conventional single-strand flosses, the GUM Dual-Defense Twisted Floss features 2 twisted waxed threads that align during use to slide easily between teeth.

Plaque & Bacteria Be Gone!

The unique design of GUM Dual-Defense Twisted Floss allows it to effectively remove 2 times more plaque, bacteria, and debris than the leading floss* for healthy teeth and gums. Additionally, the 2 inter-twined threads cover 30% more surface area than single-strand floss.** Dual-Defense Twisted Floss features a botanical blend of green tea and mint that delivers a distinctively refreshing flavor and helps fight bad breath.

A Flossing Alternative

For those patients who can’t or won’t floss with traditional flossing products, GUM offers Soft-Picks Advanced, an alternative to traditional string flossing. With gentle bristles, Soft-Picks Advanced features a curved handle for better grip and improved precision into deeper areas that toothbrushes typically can’t reach.

A DPS Recommended product, GUM Soft-Picks Advanced features 76 rubber bristles that get between teeth to free interdental spaces of food particles, dental plaque, and biofilm, while also massaging the gums for improved blood flow. The Soft-Picks are particularly effective for patients with orthodontic appliances, implants, and bridges.

*vs a leading floss DOF-0030

**DOF-0039

***vs leading floss. Am J Dent. 2021;34:123–126.