Dental flossers are quite common as a single-use oral hygiene tool but feature a completely plastic construction that is problematic for both consumers and the environment, so the 'Carbyn' flosser has been designed as a more sustainable alternative.
The flosser is made with a composite of two materials including PHA bioplastic and Biochar, which enables it to break down after being disposed of. The Biochar in the construction will actually work to capture carbon in the environment around it before safely degrading into the ground in a garden, the landfill or the natural environment.
The 'Carbyn' flosser is the design work of Jessica Smith and is part of the International Top 20 of the James Dyson Award for 2020.
Biodegradable Dental Flossers
The 'Carbyn' Flosser Eliminates the Need for Conventional Plastic
Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Dental Solutions - The development of innovative and sustainable products such as biodegradable dental flossers will be a trend in the oral care industry providing consumers with eco-friendly oral hygiene alternatives.
2. Phas as Biodegradable Materials for Consumer Products - The use of PHAs as a biodegradable alternative in consumer products will be a trend in the materials industry, providing new opportunities to contribute to a more sustainable future.
3. Biochar as a Sustainable Material - The use of biochar in consumer products such as biodegradable dental flossers will be a trend in the materials industry, providing an eco-friendly alternative to conventional plastic.
Industry Implications
1. Oral Care Industry - The oral care industry has an opportunity to leverage innovative and sustainable products such as biodegradable dental flossers to provide eco-friendly alternatives for consumers.
2. Sustainable Materials Industry - The use of innovative and sustainable materials such as PHAs and biochar in consumer products will disrupt the conventional plastic-based materials industry and contribute to a more sustainable future.
3. Environmental Industry - The adoption of biodegradable products such as the 'Carbyn' flosser in greater numbers would provide a chance for environmental industries to cut down on plastic waste and their harmful impact on the environment.