Flossing can be one of those inevitable life tasks that feels both laborious and thankless. This is especially true if either no matter how hard you try, you can’t get all the food between your teeth out, or every time you go to the dentist, they seem to have a field day with the scraper.
If you’re trying to upgrade your flossing routine to make your dentist proud and help with gum issues, we spotted a highly-rated dental water flosser from Coslus that’s currently 33% off in black, white and mint green. Reviewers call this small-but-mighty flosser “the Super Soaker of oral hygiene,” offering them relief from teeth and gum pain and removing stubborn food between tight teeth, when traditional floss couldn’t. “First time I used it, I felt like I was at a dental car wash,” one wrote. “I half expected it to buff and wax my molars,”
This cordless flosser is easy to use and easy to travel with.
You can choose from three levels of water intensity, normal, soft and pulse and four modes of cleaning, daily, gentle, deep, and custom or hit the “DIY” button to find your perfect combo.
It offers customizable water pressure from 30 to 150 PSI, with an ultra-fine dual-flow of water that gets into every nook and cranny of your mouth. “It delivers a powerful yet gentle stream of water that thoroughly cleans between my teeth and along the gumline,” one review said. “The effectiveness is undeniable—I can actually feel how much fresher and cleaner my mouth is after each use because my breath has noticeably improved.”
“You know that feeling after a professional cleaning, when you leave the dentist and swear you’re going to floss every day forever? This is that feeling,” another wrote. “Except you can do it in pajamas while judging yourself in the mirror.”
The flosser comes with four nozzles, whether you want to target bad breath, have bleeding gums, or want to work around dental decay. Coslus notes that the flosser is safe to use on braces and permanent retainers — and several reviewers who have both back that up with positive reports(see here, here and here). The 300 ml tank is easily removed for refilling and cleaning, with a single tank lasting for a 90-second continuous clean. It charges in three hours, lasting 60 uses per charge.
Users say this $20 flosser turned what used to be a chore into an enjoyable and prompt task.
“No more struggling with traditional floss or worrying about missing tricky spots,” one wrote. “This device makes flossing effortless and even a bit enjoyable.”
Another perk: This model is waterproof, meaning you can use it in the shower, something that users say helps them actually floss with more regularity. “After incorporating this into my daily routine, my teeth and gums feel noticeably healthier,” a reviewer said.
Want to know more? These 5-star reviews of the Coslus dental flosser are sure to make you smile.
“This my 2nd water flosser and 2nd one of this brand. Prior to using a water flosser my regular dental cleaning appointment had included copious amounts of uncomfortable scraping, etc. However, my last appointment, after having used my Coleus water flosser there no scraping-nada! I asked my hygienist if I needed to do anything different and she said no. So I use it every morning and that’s it! Now I don’t feel like my mouth and teeth are clean until I use it, followed up with brushing. If you are new to this technology I would recommend playing around with the speeds while using it on your hand until you find one that’s less powerful than you think you want. Because, when you are learning how to use it, it is likely to floss your tongue, lips and inner cheeks, all of which can be startling at the least, and painful at most. Either feeling may cause you to automatically withdraw the running flosser from your mouth, resulting in coating the mirror, wall or your partner. Using less pressure is less likely to cause this reaction but it won’t take long to be able to stand more. Plus no scraping at the dentists is fantastic!” — Stella
“I kept having tooth pain. Doctor said basically my gum there wasn’t tight to the tooth and food was getting compacted there. Floss wasn’t really helping. Used this and it’s been good since then. Love this thing.” — lurker
“This water flosser has been a game changer for me. I hate flossing and my dentist has said that they have seen an improvement in my oral health since buying this! It has great water pressure, it is easy to use, and it is easy to store and charge. My teeth and gums feel much cleaner now!” — Brittney Daniel
“I had braces in my youth, and have a permanent retainer on the back of my teeth. It’s made flossing almost impossible over the years, so naturally I started neglecting it. Since picking up this water flosser, it’s amazing the difference it’s made. I can already tell the difference!” — Justin
“Works better than expected. My dentist recommended I use an electric toothbrush and a water pic. I bought both on Amazon, and am very satisfied with both products. I feel like my teeth and gums are getting cleaned much better than when I used a standard toothbrush and dental floss.” — R. Cole
“I have always been flossing the old school way, never really thought about the water flosser til my hygienist told me it’s a good investment. Tried it out and man, I’m loving it. It actually removes a lot of food I didn’t realize was stuck in between my teeth and gums. I’ve notice a big difference with my gums as well after using this for awhile now. No more pain, sometimes from shoving food in deeper with regular flossing. Since I work from home, I have been consistent with using this after each meal. I love the feeling of it making my teeth and gums feeling clean of any foods getting stuck. The water amount was perfect for one complete floss. I love the different settings on here as well. The different attachment is perfect for certain usage, even though I’ve only use the one. I was in need of a new electric toothbrush, and went ahead and ordered COSLUS toothbrush when I ordered this water flosser, especially during the lightning deal. Best deal ever!” — Lexi H.
Want to tighten up your oral care even more? Check out this list of dentist-recommended dental products by shopping writer Erica Kam.
A Crest 3D Whitestrips teeth whitening kit while it’s on sale
If brushing alone isn’t giving you the white smile you want, Hagan named the Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects Plus teeth whitening strip kit — a HuffPost reader favorite — as one of the “great at-home options for whitening.” She mentioned it’s especially good for folks who have never whitened their teeth before. The kit comes with 24 treatments that you can apply daily for 45 minutes to an hour before peeling them off. The brand claims they can remove over 25 years of stubborn stains, leaving you with a brighter, whiter smile.
Clip the on-page coupon to get an extra $7 off which translates to 14% off. This coupon is set to disappear soon so nab it while you can.
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The Davids fluoride-free nano hydroxyapatite toothpaste
For folks who want a fluoride-free toothpaste option, Hagan’s pick is this Davids nano hydroxyapatite toothpaste for sensitive teeth. It’s naturally sourced, vegan, whitening and comes in two flavors: peppermint or orange vanilla.
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A Cocofloss Cocobrush manual toothbrush
Dr. Bronwyn Hagan of New York-based practice Fitzsimons & Hagan Dentistry prefers that her patients use an electric toothbrush. Still, she has a suggestion for those who want a manual, budget-friendly toothbrush. “Cocofloss has a wonderful, soft toothbrush,” she says. “The bristles feel great on your gums.”
The Cocobrush has thousands of micro-bristles that are designed to be 75% finer than a standard toothbrush and an angled brush head to reach under the gum line. It comes in four colors.
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Cocofloss woven dental floss
You’ve probably heard this from your own dentist before, but you can’t skip on floss — and yes, that means string floss. “Water flossing is great, but it does not replace traditional floss or floss picks,” Hagan says. “That mechanical debridement of your teeth and gums is important.”
One of her favorites is this kid-friendly string floss from Cocofloss, which is also great for adults. “I love a good grippy floss,” she says. “It is a little thicker, so it’s great at pulling out all that gunk, but the best part is all the flavors! My team and I love the strawberry, pineapple and watermelon flavors the most.”
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Crest cavity protection toothpaste
“Look for a toothpaste that has an active ingredient like fluoride or nano hydroxyapatite, otherwise you might as well just brush with good old water,” Hagan says. “I personally use toothpaste that contains fluoride, for its anti-cavity properties.”
She recommends this Crest cavity protection toothpaste, which contains fluoride. It has the ADA (American Dental Association) seal of acceptance, and with regular brushing, can help prevent cavities before they become an issue.
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Or a pack of Colgate Extra Clean toothbrushes
Dr. Joke Alesh, a dentist in Rhode Island, previously told HuffPost she buys these seriously affordable Colgate toothbrushes in bulk for the convenience of changing her toothbrush every month. They’re a great option, especially if you don’t see yourself remembering to change the brush head on an electric toothbrush as often as you should.
“When it comes to tooth brushing, the most important thing to me is the bristles,” Alesh said. “Flattened, worn bristles do not effectively displace plaque. I know I wouldn’t change expensive or complicated brush heads as often.”
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Lumineux teeth whitening strips with a coupon
Hagan also recommends these Lumineux whitening strips for people with sensitive teeth. They’re non-toxic and peroxide-free, instead using natural ingredients like coconut oil and Dead Sea salt. The box comes with seven treatments that work in much the same way as the Crest strips: Apply them for 30 minutes once a day for four days, and then once a week after that or as directed by your dentist.
Clip the on-page coupon to get $5 off (around a 10% discount).
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CariFree’s anti-cavity oral maintenance rinse
The Oral-B iO Series 9 electric toothbrush
Hagan also recommends an electric toothbrush over a manual one and named the Oral-B iO Series 9 electric toothbrush as a favorite.
“My favorite feature of the iO toothbrushes is their ability to tell you whether you are brushing too hard, too soft, or just right,” she says. “I was shocked by how hard I myself was brushing when I first started using it, and now I love seeing it light up green for ‘just right.'” She adds that the Series 9 in particular lets you see on an app if you are covering all the surfaces of your teeth.
The holy grail toothbrush with comes seven different cleaning modes, three extra brush head and a travel case.
The Waterpik Sonic Fusion 2.0 combo water flosser and toothbrush
“I recommend water flossers to certain patients, like those who have many implants or a lot of bone loss,” says Hagan, who adds that she doesn’t use water flossers herself very often because “I’m a busy mom and don’t have time to add yet another item into my morning and nightly routines.”
Still, there are options out there for those who want to add this step to their routine. “If my patient is really resistant to flossing and wants to try a water flosser, Waterpik has a really neat product that is a combination toothbrush and water flosser,” Hagan says.
She’s talking about the Waterpik Sonic Fusion 2.0, which has three cleaning modes, two toothbrush speeds, a two-minute brushing timer and 10 pressure settings for the water flosser component. You can use it to brush, floss or do both at once by just pressing a button, making this a great option if you’re in a similar boat as Hagan and may not always have the time to devote to this extra step.
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