When you go to the store to look for floss, chances are you’ve been overwhelmed by the large variety to choose from. I typically recommend that my patients try a few different types of floss to discover what works best for them. In general, unwaxed floss has been considered the best because the individual filaments of the floss typically clean more effectively than waxed floss where the filaments are bound together. For patients that have crowns or bridges I recommend waxed floss. If you have problems controling the floss, reaching posterior teeth, or dexterity issues, floss handles make the process much easier. Interdental brushes are good for patients that have problems with recession or for getting under bridges. While waterpiks are not a substitution for flossing, they do help to supplement. I recommend that patients use Listerine in the water reservoir rather than plain water. They are especially good at cleansing under bridges.