Which dental floss is most effective at removing plaque and tartar?

TreeBird Pure Silk Eco Floss is a 33-yard compostable peace-silk floss coated with plant-based candelilla wax and flavored with natural mint oil. It comes in a refillable glass dispenser and suits people seeking a gentle, plastic-free floss with a fresh finish.

This naturally waxed nylon floss comes in a 32-yard pack and has a flat design for easy gliding between teeth. Its spearmint flavor suits users who want a fresh taste, while the durable construction is designed to be gentle on gums and resist snapping or fraying.

Plackers Micro Mint floss picks use a thin Micro Line design with Tuffloss fiber (made without PTFE) that resists stretching, shredding, and breaking and includes a folding FlipPick toothpick. They come in multi-count packs (e.g., 150 ct) and are aimed at fitting tight teeth and quick daily use. Suitable for users who want convenience and a shred-resistant floss pick with mint flavor.

Cocolab Woven Dental Floss is a 33 yd, coconut-oil-infused floss made with 500+ expandable interwoven filaments. Its textured, waxed design is suited to people who want stronger plaque-scrubbing performance and multiple flavor options.

Oral-B Glide Floss is a 50 m wax-coated floss designed to slide smoothly between tight teeth. Its shred-resistant texture suits adults who want comfortable daily cleaning and easier access to plaque around the gum line.

Reach Dental Floss is a 200-yard waxed, mint-flavored floss made with air-entangled multi-filament technology. Its shred-resistant design suits people with regularly spaced teeth who want floss that slides comfortably between teeth.

RADIUS Silk Floss is a 33yd biodegradable pure-silk floss coated with organic coconut oil and carnauba or vegetable wax for a smooth glide. It suits people seeking gentle floss for sensitive gums, but may be less suitable for very tight contacts or sharp fillings because it can break or snag.