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Reddit mentions of Plackers Orthopick Flosser for Braces, Pack of 4 (36 Flossers Each)
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of Plackers Orthopick Flosser for Braces, Pack of 4 (36 Flossers Each). Here are the top ones.
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Number of items | 4 |
Size | 36 Count (Pack of 4) |
Weight | 0.26 Pounds |
I like either the Platypus or Plackers flosser picks. The one arm is small enough to go between the teeth and the wire so you don’t have to “thread” them through.
Like these: https://www.amazon.com/Plackers-Orthopick-Flosser-Braces-Flossers/dp/B01AKJ3W7I/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=plackers+orthopick+flosser+for+braces&qid=1573416482&sprefix=plackers&sr=8-5
Great for on the go and at my desk for a quick “brush” but there aren’t many in a pack so I try to use no more than 1 of these per day. I got mine at Target but probably would get a better deal on Amazon.
Samples of these came in my “kit” from my ortho and I ordered a stock on amazon. I use these at nigh and use my waterpik in the morning.
I let my dentist and ortho know I use these (I prefer them to any other mouth guard I’ve tried) and they ok’d them with braces since they aren’t the heat & mold kind. I use them for a little longer than the box recommends (3 days) but toss them when they get gross.
I keep seeing people saying they can’t keep wax on. I love this wax (I got 2 kinds, no flavor and mint) because it’s perforated and easy to size out. Just roll in your fingers before applying otherwise it’s not going to stick. The mint is nice and fresh! I am using this a lot while my cheeks are getting used to poking metal but always remove before eating or brushing!
Do not use these too aggressively, you don’t want to damage your braces! But after a meal these have been a lifesaver for me. I gently (and hopefully discretely) get food unstuck. I got minty ones and keep a pack in jackets, backpack, car... I’m serious when I say lifesaver!
This is a bigger debate than getting wax to stick! My ortho did tell me that sugar free gum is allowed but not too much and don’t keep chewing it if it dissolves. Consult your ortho if you’re not sure. I was surprised to find that almost all gum is sugar free. Not all but most. I was searching all over for “SUGAR FREE” specifically and it was right at the register! I might get the 15 pack on Amazon though.
Honestly I don’t use these that often but once and a while it’s nice to clean every nook and cranny. I have to force myself to floss every day so this isn’t something I use often. They are more gentle than toothpicks but food gets caught in the tiny bristles and it turns into a mess. I picked up a small pack at Target.
Use this to floss https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=L&ai=DChcSEwjFj7bvluPkAhWJ-GQKHfUNAU0YABAKGgJwag&ae=1&sig=AOD64_3EhdnRq-ycNRbtXus4yOLkPGomdA&ctype=5&q=&ved=2ahUKEwjUpavvluPkAhUPup4KHYZHAGkQwg96BAgKEBE&adurl=https://www.amazon.com/Plackers-Orthopick-Flosser-Braces-Flossers/dp/B01AKJ3W7I/ref%3Dasc_df_B01AKJ3W7I/%3Ftag%3Dhyprod-20%26linkCode%3Ddf0%26hvadid%3D312163463904%26hvpos%3D1o3%26hvnetw%3Dg%26hvrand%3D2737546551199925763%26hvpone%3D%26hvptwo%3D%26hvqmt%3D%26hvdev%3Dm%26hvdvcmdl%3D%26hvlocint%3D%26hvlocphy%3D1013976%26hvtargid%3Daud-801657747996:pla-569282067288%26psc%3D1
You can buy it from Walmart as well. I think it's cheaper on Walmart. I have been using this for over 2 years now and it works very well.