Dental floss could be linked to toxic chemicals, study finds

The video discusses a study published in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology, which tested for PFAS in six different dental flosses. Researchers examined blood samples from 178 middle-aged women and found higher PFAS levels in those using Oral-B Glide compared to other brands. PFAS, commonly found in food packaging, cleaning products, and water, are linked to dental floss for the first time.

What is the main focus of the study published in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology?

• The impact of PFAS on dental health

• The presence of toxic chemicals in the body

• The benefits of different dental floss brands

• The environmental effects of PFAS

How many different dental flosses were tested in the study?

• Six

• Four

• Five

• Seven

What was the demographic of the participants whose blood samples were examined?

• Middle-aged women

• Young adults

• Elderly men

• Teenagers

Which brand of dental floss was linked to higher levels of PFAS in the body?

• Colgate

• Oral-B Glide

• Crest

• Reach

According to the study, where are PFAS typically found?

• In air fresheners

• In cosmetics

• In food packaging, cleaning products, and drinking water

• In dental products