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I use oral b unwaxed floss but due to sensitive gums it hurts sometimes, can cause cuts & difficult for tight spaces. are there any better alternatives for sensitive thin gums?
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Treat the gums by going to a dentist and practice a good home care program. Go to pharmacy and get an interdental brush, use as directed to go between teeth. Try to use waxed floss but your best recourse is to obtain healthy gums.
Answered 4/8/2022
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Strongly consider a WatwerPik as an alternative
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