Sunstar, a leader in providing advanced oral care products for both professionals and consumers worldwide, recently announced the latest professional addition to their popular GUM® line of oral care products, GUM® Soft-Picks®. Combining soft flexible bristles and a non-metal, latex-free tip, new GUM® Soft-Picks® represent the latest in interdental cleaning technology.
Designed to fit small interdental spaces comfortably, Soft-Picks® are incredibly easy to use. Soft-Picks® have a tapered design for superior fit in hard to reach areas and 76 soft, flexible bristles that comfortably remove plaque between teeth and along the gum line.
Soft-Picks® are versatile enough for multi-purpose usage:
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For patients who dislike flossing
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As an adjunct to flossing
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On-the-go interdental cleaning
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Patients with gingivitis/interproximal inflammation
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Gum stimulation
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Orthodontic use (Soft-Picks® do not contain metal and will not scratch appliances)
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Bridges, Crowns, Pontics, or Implant Care
Small, soft, and effective in removing plaque, Soft-Picks® are a handy, practical tool for patients. In a recent clinical study (full report is available online at www.sunstaramericas.com), Soft-Picks® were proven to reduce interproximal gingival bleeding by 67%. In the same study, Soft-Picks® reduced gingivitis by 32% over a six-week period.
In addition, a survey of dental hygienists who were part of Sunstar’s Soft-Picks® test panel showed that 96% of the hygienists would recommend Soft-Picks to patients and colleagues. And 88% of the same group believed Soft-Picks® were a useful supplement to floss and would purchase and dispense the product.
Finally, in a separate evaluation performed by a non-profit, independent dental firm, 83% of evaluators stated they would incorporate Soft-Picks® into their daily practice, and 100% of the evaluators rated the new GUM® product as excellent.
For dental practice dispensing, each Soft-Picks® box contains 36 packs of 5 complete with a plastic travel case for easy storage and convenient use. GUM® Soft-Picks® are available to professionals and are also available in retail stores for consumers. To order, call 800-528-8537 and ask for item #632PY. For more information please visit Sunstar or call 800-528-8537.