{"title":"Natural Floss","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur floss is all natural fibers, biodegradable and packaged within non-toxic materials. We offer, Silk floss, Corn Floss and Bamboo Floss. The floss is, of course, PFA \u0026amp; BPA free. Contains no toxic additives, no plastics, and can be composted in a home compost. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"transcendental-floss-organic-natural-fiber-floss","title":"TranscenDental Floss: Organic, Natural Fiber Floss","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"table-of-contents\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#different\"\u003eNothing But Fiber\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pfas\"\u003eFree of Forever Chemicals and Synthetic Wax\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#fiber\"\u003ePure Plant Fiber Made for Gentle Use\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#packaging\"\u003eZero Waste Glass Storage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#how\"\u003eHow to Use It\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pair\"\u003eComplete Your Oral Care Routine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"different\"\u003eNothing But Fiber\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost floss is made from nylon or PTFE — synthetic plastics coated in petroleum-based wax and artificial flavoring. Even many products marketed as natural are coated in beeswax, candelilla wax, or carnauba wax, and flavored with synthetic mint compounds. Ours has none of that. \u003cstrong\u003eNo wax. No flavor. No plastic. No forever chemicals.\u003c\/strong\u003e Just strong, biodegradable, plant-based fiber that does its job without putting anything unnecessary in your mouth or sending anything to a landfill that will outlive you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients: Bamboo charcoal, menthol and beeswax.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes in a refillable glass storage vessel with a 30m spindle — \u003cem\u003ezero waste packaging made to last\u003c\/em\u003e, not to be thrown away after one use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"pfas\"\u003eFree of Forever Chemicals and Synthetic Wax\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePFAS — the \"forever chemicals\" — have been found in many conventional flosses, including some marketed as premium products. They create a slippery coating that makes floss glide more easily. The problem is they accumulate in the body and the environment indefinitely. \u003cstrong\u003eThey don't break down. They don't leave.\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies have linked PFAS exposure to hormonal disruption, immune dysfunction, and increased cancer risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-toxic flosses are made without any of it — no PFAS, no BPAs, no synthetic waxes, no artificial flavoring, no plastic of any kind. The floss is uncoated and unflavored by design. \u003cem\u003ePlain. Pure. Made without compromise.\u003c\/em\u003e If you've been looking for a non-toxic alternative to conventional waxed silk dental picks and coated flosses, this is the answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"fiber\"\u003ePure Plant Fiber Made for Gentle Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis floss is made from plant fiber chosen for its strength, sustainability, and biodegradability. It grows faster than almost any other plant — without pesticides, herbicides, or artificial irrigation. It biodegrades completely, unlike nylon and PTFE which persist in landfill for centuries. And it's \u003cstrong\u003estrong enough to handle tight contacts between teeth without shredding\u003c\/strong\u003e — something silk dental alternatives often couldn't manage, which is why we moved away from silk entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this floss is uncoated it may feel slightly different from waxed products at first. That's not a flaw — it means there's no synthetic coating between the fiber and your teeth. \u003cem\u003eGentle on tissue. Effective at removing debris.\u003c\/em\u003e Most people adapt within a few uses and don't go back. Safe for kids. Safe for the whole family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"packaging\"\u003eZero Waste Glass Storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe floss comes in a glass vessel with a 30m spindle inside. Glass is infinitely recyclable and the container is reusable. No single-use plastic, no blister packs, no cardboard with a plastic window. Sustainable from the inside out. \u003cem\u003e30 meters per refill — approximately a 2-3 month supply with twice-daily use at $12.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"how\"\u003eHow to Use It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnwind about 45cm and wrap the ends around your middle fingers, leaving a few centimeters taut between them. Guide it gently between teeth using a zigzag motion — don't snap it into the tissue. Curve it around each tooth in a C-shape and slide gently below the line where tooth meets gum. Move to a clean section for each tooth. \u003cstrong\u003eSafe for kids. Gentle enough for sensitive areas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong enough for tight contacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"pair\"\u003eComplete Your Oral Care Routine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlossing removes what brushing misses — but what you brush with matters just as much. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/hydroxyapatite-xylitol-toothpaste-pariodontal-toothpaste\"\u003eTranscenDental toothpaste\u003c\/a\u003e remineralizes teeth, heals gum tissue, and rebuilds your oral microbiome with 39 active, edible ingredients. No fluoride, no SLS, no glycerine. Together they give you a complete non-toxic oral care routine with nothing synthetic in either product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter flossing, try an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xylitol-mints\"\u003eOra Flora xylitol mint\u003c\/a\u003e to suppress the bacteria you've just dislodged before they can reattach to tooth surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best natural dental floss?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best option is uncoated, unwaxed plant fiber floss packaged in a refillable glass vessel. It should contain no PFAS chemicals, no synthetic wax, and no plastic components. Biodegradable plant fiber is the cleanest choice for anyone prioritizing both personal health and environmental impact — it cleans effectively, breaks down naturally, and introduces nothing harmful into your mouth or bloodstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the healthiest type of floss?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe healthiest floss cleans effectively without introducing harmful compounds. PTFE products often contain PFAS. Waxed products use petroleum-based or synthetic coatings. Flavored varieties use artificial compounds. Uncoated, unflavored plant fiber avoids all of these — the mechanical cleaning benefit without any chemical exposure. It's also the only option that produces no microplastic shedding during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a natural alternative to dental floss?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterdental brushes, water flossers, and wooden picks are the most common alternatives. However none match the effectiveness of floss used correctly, particularly below the gumline where periodontal disease starts. For people who want to eliminate synthetic materials, uncoated plant fiber is the most direct like-for-like replacement — same mechanism, none of the plastic or chemicals. Dental lace made from plant materials is another term used for this category of product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat floss has no microplastics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConventional nylon and PTFE flosses shed microplastics during use — small enough to be absorbed by tissue and enter the bloodstream. Plant fiber floss produces no microplastic shedding because it contains no plastic. It's fully biodegradable material. If avoiding microplastic exposure is a priority — and given the emerging research on microplastic accumulation in human tissue, it should be — plant-based fiber is currently the best available option in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"transcendental","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44281854820525,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/1514\/0525\/files\/bamboo_floss_outside_of_box.jpg?v=1751387910"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/1514\/0525\/collections\/bamboo_w-floss.jpg?v=1751408438","url":"https:\/\/transcendentaloral.com\/collections\/floss.oembed","provider":"TranscenDental","version":"1.0","type":"link"}