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The Best PFAS-Free and Non-Toxic Dental Floss
We vetted dental floss against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Here's what we look for:
- PFAS-free with natural coatings like beeswax or plant-based waxes
- Fluoride-free formulas with safer alternatives like hydroxyapatite or baking soda
- Food-grade ingredients with no artificial dyes, flavors, or sweeteners
- No sulfates, parabens, PEGs, or triclosan
- Full transparency with every ingredient clearly disclosed
The Best PFAS-Free Dental Floss
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How to Swap to Non-Toxic dental floss:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic dental floss:
What to know about dental floss
Most conventional dental floss is coated with PFAS-based compounds (the same family of chemicals found in nonstick cookware) to help it glide between teeth. Because floss goes directly in your mouth and is used daily, what it's made of and coated with matters more than you might expect.
- PFAS coatings are common on floss labeled as "glide" or "smooth" — these synthetic coatings can leave residue in your mouth with every use.
- Welpr only approves floss that is confirmed PFAS-free and made with simple, transparent materials.
Check the floss you already use
Take a look at the floss you have at home. Check the packaging for any mention of materials, coatings, or ingredients. Floss that advertises a "glide" texture or slick feel is more likely to use PFAS-based coatings.
- Look for terms like PTFE, Teflon, or "smooth glide" on the label — these typically indicate PFAS coatings.
- If the packaging doesn't list materials or coatings at all, that lack of transparency is worth noting.
Use your current floss more mindfully
If you're not ready to replace your floss right away, that's okay. Flossing with what you have is still better than not flossing at all. A small adjustment can reduce how much coating residue stays in your mouth.
- Rinse your mouth with water after flossing to help clear any residue left behind.
- Prioritize replacing your floss before other oral care products since it sits directly against gum tissue, which absorbs readily.
Choose cleaner floss
Look for floss that is confirmed PFAS-free and made from simple, clearly listed materials. Natural options like silk floss or plant-based fibers coated with natural waxes (such as beeswax or candelilla wax) tend to be the cleanest choices.
- Choose floss with a short, transparent ingredient list — natural wax coatings, no artificial dyes or sweeteners, and no undisclosed blends.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved dental floss.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...