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Gfloss Gives a Hands-Free Approach to Flossing

A New Mobility reviewer with paralysis tests Gfloss, a compact flossing device intended to help people who cannot use their fingers easily.

Gfloss Gives a Hands-Free Approach to Flossing

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A Different Kind of Flossing

The writer describes decades of avoiding regular flossing while acknowledging occasional difficulty removing food between teeth. Because paralysis limits finger use, having another person floss can be unpleasant and awkward. Gfloss attracted interest by promising a hands-free alternative.

How the Device Works

Gfloss is a quarter-sized pink plastic unit with two holes, raised supports called horns, and a section of floss. The user bites down, opens the bite, and moves it from gap to gap with the tongue. Initial positioning required a mirror and practice, but the reviewer found the device increasingly manageable within minutes.

Performance and Value

The reviewer found Gfloss effective on front teeth, lamb fibers, and chia seeds, though back molars remained cumbersome. After less than 20 minutes of practice, it outperformed the reviewer’s previous adaptive flossing devices. The product comes in packs of 40 and was listed at $8.99, compared with cheaper conventional floss and dental picks. The reviewer did not find flossing joyful, but considered Gfloss discreet, easy to use, and potentially useful for people seeking a hands-free option.

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