Top 10 Best Floss Picks in the UK 2021 (Oral B, Dentek and More)

Envirodental's floss picks are made from plastic and wheat straw - an often wasted by-product of producing wheat. The packaging is fully recyclable, and the floss has been designed to glide smoothly between your teeth without breaking or shredding.

While this product uses much less plastic than other floss picks, it still contains 60% plastic which is quite high. But, every little helps and using fewer plastics in any amount can make a big difference.

The floss on these picks is made from a very durable food-grade polymer that helps avoid bending or breaking when used. The handle is shaped to make it easier to grip, with the end shaped to work like an interdental brush to clean out more stubborn debris.

These are smaller than many other floss picks, making some people feel they don't clean as well. However, they do come in a huge pack of 250, which offers fantastic value for money, and the bag is resealable, so they won't spill out everywhere. 

Claradent's floss picks are made of a nylon thread that has been waxed to make it glide smoothly between your teeth. The floss is also shred resistant making it strong and durable, and the pick is narrow enough to get between your teeth, providing a thorough cleaning.

The wax coating makes the floss feel a little thicker than others, so they may take some getting used to. Aside from this, the handles are sturdy and don't bend easily, and the floss is tough, which removes any chance of it fraying or breaking. 

The polymer in these floss picks contain charcoal which helps absorb any bad breath smells or lingering food odours. This is also bolstered by the fresh mint flavour in the floss and the angled pick, which can reach between your teeth to remove anything left behind after brushing.

The flavour on these picks isn't very strong, which is a shame as what is there, tastes nice and fresh. Aside from this, the floss on is pretty fine but still strong, so these should work really well even if you have tight gaps between your teeth. 

These floss picks from DenTek are perfect if you suffer from sensitive teeth and need something a bit more gentle to clean between them. The curved pick allows you to access all areas of your mouth without using too much pressure whilst stimulating the gums to keep them healthy and help prevent gum disease.

While these are great for sensitive teeth, the tape does tend to stretch and come away from the pick if you use too much pressure. However, we think this is a great solution to keeping your gums healthy without any risk of irritation. 

These floss picks by the well-known, trusted dental brand Oral-B will slide easily between your teeth without any shredding. The pack of 75 offers great value for money, and the minty flavour leaves a lovely fresh zing in your mouth.

However, the pick part on this option is a little on the short side, making it trickier to get into all the nooks and crannies in your mouth. But aside from this, these picks are super sturdy and make a visible difference to your gum health in just a few weeks. 

The Humble Co. picks are made primarily from cornstarch to reduce the amount of plastic they contain - even the packaging is made from eco-friendly paper for a guilt-free disposal. The floss is double-threaded, shred-resistant and coated with natural xylitol and mint to give it a lovely fresh taste. 

That said, those with narrow gaps between their teeth may find these floss picks tricky to use, but if you can get the hang of it, the double string allows for a super thorough brushing, getting everything out from in between your teeth.

These Fun Flossers from DenTek are a great take on the usual floss pick you find for adults, as they have a funky, easy-to-grip handle and a fresh, fruity flavour. The floss is also coated with fluoride to help teeth grow and stay healthy and strong.

These are a great buy if you want to teach your kids good oral hygiene and introduce them to flossing so they can keep their teeth and gums healthy. The tape floss also makes the process much more gentle on children's gums.

Placker's floss picks were created specifically not to shred, break, or stretch by utilising Tuffloss, a super-strong floss. They slide easily in between your teeth, providing a great clean, and the pack of 150 offers amazing value for money.

The whole pick on these is strong, not just the floss, making them easy to get around your entire mouth. The mint flavour is potent but not overpowering, and the floss makes light work of getting any food residue and tartar from in between your teeth. 

Oral-B's Glide floss picks feature a patented tension control design, allowing the floss to surround the tooth surface to give it a thorough clean. This design makes it easy to reach the back teeth and floss with one hand, making gliding between your teeth almost no effort.

We love the design of the handle, as you can tailor your technique by simply squeezing it to adjust the tension of the floss. The floss is strong and won't break easily, and is so easy to handle. All of these reasons are exactly why this product is our number one!