A Soft-Pick for Every Patient
Sunstar’s growing family of GUM Soft-Picks offers a unique home-care solution for every type of patient
Frances Tryon, RDH, is no stranger to her patients’ reluctance to floss regularly. Like other hygienists, she has heard nearly every excuse in the book—from “I don’t have time,” and “It hurts my gums,” to “Is flossing really worth it?” So, you can imagine her surprise when, after recommending Sunstar’s GUM Soft-Picks Comfort Flex to a patient with early gingivitis who refused to floss around a crown, the patient had no bleeding or inflammation after just 4 weeks of interproximal cleaning.
“He loved how easy and quick these were—and most impressive is that he used them daily!” said Tryon. “They are so easy to use anywhere or anytime; even my patients with larger hands like them.”
Sunstar’s GUM Soft-Picks are easy-to-use interproximal cleaners that feature comfortable grip handles and soft, flexible rubber bristles that are designed to safely remove plaque and food particles. Proven to remove as much dental plaque as traditional floss, SoftPicks come in a variety of options to offer a unique home-care solution for every patient—whether it’s a longer handle for an easier grip, larger bristles for wider interdental spaces, or a refreshing mint flavor to boost compliance.
"GUM Soft-Picks Comfort Flex are so easy to use anywhere or anytime; even my patients with larger hands like them."
-Frances Tryon, RDH
For example, Tessa Simpson, RDH, appreciates the thick rubber handle and curved design of GUM Soft-Picks Advanced, which make it easier for her patients with dexterity issues to hold while cleaning. Other hygienists recommend GUM Soft-Picks for Wider Spaces to their patients with large embrasures.
“It’s got a stiff handle, nice curve, and it’s safe for the gum tissues. I already see the benefit of interdental picks, and this is the best so far,” noted Arizona hygienist Darbi Brisbon, adding that she uses Soft-Picks Advanced to clean her own teeth every day.
Minty, Clean and Compliant
To boost compliance even more, Sunstar recently added GUM Soft-Picks Comfort Flex Mint to its growing family of between-teeth-cleaning solutions. Available in convenient sample packages, patients will appreciate the wide handle for easy maneuverability and refreshing mint flavor.
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