ADA Accepted - American Dental Association. Removes Plaque. Easy Glide. Gentle Action. Since 1970. Kosher. Halal. Strong between teeth yet gentle on gums. Our easy glide naturally waxed nylon filaments prevent snapping or fraying while removing particles efficiently and thoroughly to help keep teeth and gums healthy. Tom's of Maine products and formulas are not tested on animals. All Tom's of Maine natural products are gluten free. A majority of Tom's of Maine products are vegan, however, some contain beehive ingredients such as propolis and beeswax.