The thought being, apparently, that a visual reminder can also serve as incentive. They do that by packaging the floss in a carrying case that looks nice enough to leave out on your sink. They call it “The first floss you’ll want to use.” Packaged in a $20 refillable metal (or plastic, for $10 less) container, Quip’s floss is meant to encourage a daily flossing habit - which, it’s worth noting, some experts say may not even be necessary. (I tested their toothbrush, along with five others from start-ups, this summer.) Now they’re trying the same thing with floss. Quip is the direct-to-consumer company that introduced the idea of subscription electric-toothbrush heads in 2015. But Quip thinks they can make it even easier. It’s easy and basic, as flossing should be. My not-exactly-religious-but-good-enough flossing routine has involved Oral-B Glide, a straightforward floss that’s almost always in stock at CVS. And I have been, mostly - at least enough to avoid additional cavities. As I stared through orange-tinted protective glasses up at the fake clouds and sky on the ceiling, listening to the drill, I vowed that I would be better at flossing from then on. Years ago, in a dentist’s chair on the 69th floor of the Chrysler Building - which has since moved to a lower floor somewhere in the West 30s, thanks to a rent spike - this Strategist writer found herself gripping a plush “comfort” alligator, while her dentist filled a number of cavities. We’re republishing it because it’s now enabled with our on-site shopping tool, so you can buy this kit without leaving the page. Interested in reading more reviews? Check out our list of the best toothbrushes.Photo-Illustration: The Strategist Photo: RetailerĮditor’s note: This post was originally published in November 2019. Fairywill boasts a quiet toothbrush with five different brush modes. It has a relatively slim design but not quite as slim as the Quip. Like the Philips model, it’s powered by a charger, and it has a pressure sensor that will stop movement if you brush too hard.įairywill Electric Toothbrush: The ADA-certified Fairywill Electric Toothbrush costs about $30 ( view on Amazon). Oral-B Pro 1000 Power Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush: Selling for about $50, the Pro 1000 Power Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush has a round, rotating brush head ( view on Amazon). Similar to the Quip, it runs for two minutes, but instead of a replaceable battery, this one plugs into the wall and recharges. Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean 5100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush: The ProtectiveClean 5100 Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush from Sonicare is priced at around $80 ( view on Amazon). With a subscription, they’re $5 each for a three-month supply, which is relatively pricey compared to most toothpaste and floss products on the market.Ĭompetition: Lots of options but no exact matches Starter kits-which come with a toothbrush, toothpaste, and a refillable flosser tool-range from $45 to $80, plus $10 for shipping.įor refills, the toothpaste and dental floss end up being pretty expensive. You can buy an individual toothbrush or get a starter kit. The less expensive models are made from plastic, and the more expensive ones are made of metal. Essentially, it’s a reusable dental floss dispenser with a retractable top that clicks open and closed with the press of a thumb.Įach Quip item is also available for a one-time purchase without a refill plan. The flossing tool is also sleek with a compact design. However, the cap can be placed upside down on a flat surface for upright countertop storage. It has an adhesive strip that’s supposed to stick to a wall or mirror for at-home storage, but mine kept falling off. The Quip toothbrush comes with a long plastic cap, which acts as both a brush head protector and a holder. As with most toothbrushes, Quip brush heads are supposed to be replaced every three months, and that’s about how long the battery lasts, too. Inside the toothbrush is an included AAA battery. The replaceable brush head comes off by pulling it while applying a little bit of pressure on the seam. While this isn’t typically at the top of the list of toothbrush traits, I have to admit it’s a plus for me. With an almost Instagrammable appearance, the product definitely has a cool factor. This toothbrush is about 7.5 inches long and nearly half an inch in diameter. Unlike many battery-operated toothbrushes, the slim product is roughly the size of a manual toothbrush. The Electric Toothbrush from Quip has a sleek and compact design. Verywell Health / Theresa Holland Design: Sleek and compact
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