Bryton Teeth Memoirs

I try to take good care of my teeth. I try, I don't always succeed. I have had 2 root canals and countless fillings. I brush my teeth and floss. I really need to use mouth wash to get in the areas that flossing and brushing can't get to. I have yet to find a mouthwash that does not make me gag. (would love recommendations) I had braces for 4 years and after I got them off, I didn't want to wear a retainer so my teeth shifted. I have gaps and I have tight spots. Flossing becomes a challenge to make sure I get all the crud out.

As far as flossing, I have used the traditional floss that you cut with the handy cutting device and the little floss picks. Those are handy on the go but most of the time, they end up at the bottom of my purse stuck to lots of lint. Or the sharp end pokes me right under the nail whenever I reach in to find something at the bottom of my purse, like the floss pick.

I had the opportunity to try the BrytonPick, a little flossing device that is reusable for up to a month. It is shaped like a boomerang with flossers at both ends. It is made from recyclable materials and comes with a credit card size sleeve. You tear or cut the top portion of the package and the bottom is used to carry and protect the BrytonPick. Every once in a while if I didn't put the pick in at the right angle, it would get caught on the edges of the package and would take some bending of the pick to get it out. Luckily, the ends are sturdy and bendy so no damage was done to the pick. I think I will find another type of container to keep my BrytonPick in.



I was very doubtful that the pick would be able to get in between the tight spots but I gently worked the pick in between my teeth and I was able to slide the BrytonPick back and forth. Unlike floss string, there was no shredding of the pick. Even after a month of flossing with it, the pick kept its shape. It really is a quick solution to cleaning your teeth. In the time it would take for me to find a piece of paper to get something out from between my teeth, I can reach into my bag, remove the pick and remove the offending food particle. I worried about funkiness when keeping something like this in a semi closed package. As long as you rinse the pick after each use, there won't be old food particles stuck to the pick.

You can see that this fits in between teeth just like floss.



I am going to try this on the boys. They have the majority of their baby teeth and the pediatric dentist recommended we start flossing them to get them used to the idea. I secretly scoffed at the thought of trying to get a pick in their mouth to clean between their teeth. I might pull back stubs if the boys were not too thrilled with me rooting around in their mouth. However, the BrytonPick might be easier to use on toddler teeth and a traditional pick.

You can purchase the BrytonPick online at Drugstore.com (20% first order for new customers), CVS.com and BrytonPick.com. Right now CVS.com has the 3 pack for $2.99, with free standard shipping if you purchase $49 or more. That's a dollar a pick for one month!

As far as cost savings, that really depends on the frequency with which you floss. A 3 pack will last you 3 months at a cost of $4.99 regular price. If you go through one package of floss a month, that can run you anywhere from $9-$12. I really liked BrytonPick's ease of use. If you hate the chore of flossing, the BrytonPick might the the device that will help you become a more frequent flosser.

FTC Compliant Review Policy: I was supplied the product featured in this review to test and provide feedback. The opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary or product compensation.

The fabric of my life

I don't like shopping for clothes or shoes. Most of all, I don't like shopping for undergarments. The last time I bought underwear was when I was pregnant and my belly was so big, everything I wore was uncomfortable. I bought the biggest, stretchiest, low riding-est underwear I could find. They are the most hideous pieces of clothing to ever grace my closet. Except for the green corduroy culottes I had in 4th grade. But I loved those so much, I was blinded by the fact that they were bright green, heinous and made me look like a leprechaun.

Enter Hanes. I can't remember if I found a clearance package at Target or Walmart, but it was a package of boy style shorts, 3 pair for under 4 dollars. I may have even had a coupon, which made it a better deal. I bought it thinking that they would be my chubby undies. You know, the kind you wear to all you can eat buffets and farting around the house when you feel blah (read: bloated, cranky with a tub of Cookies n' Cream ice cream in your lap)

When I put on that first pair, it was like rays of sunshine shone directly over my head and angels were singing with a melody of accompanying harps in the background. I saw the world in a whole new light and wanted to run up a mountain in a field of tulips singing the hills are alive wearing only my new undies and head band.

Ok, so maybe I am exaggerating but that is how comfortable these undies were. Nothing binds. My fat is not squeezed out creating Michelin man type rolls out the top and bottom. The leg opening is big enough to handle my thunder thighs without cutting into the skin. The waist doesn't roll so my twin skin belly stays hidden. The cotton is soft and stretchy and would even be comfortable after lunch at the $5.99 Chinese buffet. I never would have thought these chunky pieces of fabric would now be my favorite kinds. I have cleaned out my underwear drawer and tossed all my pre and post pregnancy undies. No more butt floss or granny panties for this mama.




FTC Compliant Review Policy: I was not supplied any product featured in this review. The opinions expressed are my own and are not influenced by monetary or product compensation. I just wanted to let the world know of my newfound love for Hanes.