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Interdental brushes and floss

TePe Interdental Brush Original (mixed pack)

By TePe

Classic straight interdental brushes in colour-coded sizes. A mixed pack is a practical way to find which sizes suit your gaps – ideally with advice from your dentist or hygienist.

Where to buy

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Key features

  • Nine colour-coded sizes (ISO sizes 0–8) for narrow to wide gaps
  • Short handle for a stable grip
  • Smaller sizes (0–3) have a flexible neck; larger sizes (4–8) a thicker, bendable wire
  • Plastic-coated wire and rounded tip
  • TePe says they can be used between teeth and around implants, crowns and bridges

Features as described by the manufacturer, checked September 2026. We haven’t independently tested this product.

Can be useful for

A product can support daily care but can’t treat a dental problem on its own. See a dentist if symptoms persist.

Choosing interdental brushes and floss

  • Ask your dental team which interdental brush sizes fit your gaps – you may need more than one.
  • If a brush bends or splays, try a smaller size rather than forcing it.
  • Tape or waxed floss can be easier to handle than thin floss.
  • Avoid wooden toothpicks for digging out food – the NHS says they can damage gums.
  • Pick the method you'll actually use every day.

Read our full buying guide for interdental brushes and floss

Sources we used

Checked September 2026. Guidance changes, so always follow the advice of your own dental team. About our sources.