About Pick or String

Pick or String is written for adults who want to clean between their teeth more effectively but feel unsure which tool to reach for. If you have wondered whether floss picks are a fair swap for string, or how to use them without causing yourself trouble, these guides are meant for you.

The site covers floss picks pros and cons in plain language: how picks compare with string, what disposable plastic means for waste, how to use a pick with one hand, why reuse is a poor idea, and how picks fit into care for children. We say openly where the evidence is limited or mixed rather than papering over it.

The aim is to help readers make sense of everyday oral health topics and decide what to ask their dental team. These pages are independent guides, not a clinic, and they are not a substitute for advice from a dentist.

What you will find here

Pick or String publishes 5 guides about floss picks pros and cons, among them Picks vs String Explained Simply, Plastic Waste From Picks, One-Handed Use: Tips and Cautions.

Not medical advice

This site is general information about oral health. It is not medical or dental advice and does not replace a dentist or doctor. Talk to your dentist or doctor before you start any supplement, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medicines, have a medical condition or want to give anything to a child.

How we are paid

Independent guide. We may earn a commission if you buy through links on this site, at no extra cost to you. This is not medical advice. ProDentim is a dietary supplement sold by its seller. It does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease and it does not replace brushing, cleaning between your teeth or dental checkups.

How the guides are made

Guides are written by the Pick or String editors with the help of AI writing tools and are meant as general information. We do not test products. Products, prices and availability change, so check the seller's website before you decide.