From twice-a-day brushing to using mouthwash, we do a lot to keep our teeth squeaky clean and sparkling. Another dental habit you don't want to skimp on is flossing—it's so important to our long-term ...

As more places in the U.S. look to ban fluoride in drinking water, it's more important than ever to know the best ways to ...

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The Department of Homeland Security on Tuesday provided their 240,000 employees with detailed instructions on how to use a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss to keep their teeth clean. In a blog post in ...

Of all the daily habits we’re told to do, flossing is often the first to get skipped. While brushing twice a day feels non-negotiable, fitting in that extra step to clean between your teeth can feel ...

Brushing up on your dental hygiene at home could keep you healthier for longer. A recent poll found that Americans admit to skipping brushing their teeth 5 times a week. Oral health is a window to ...

For many people, flossing their teeth is a hated task – right up there with taking out the garbage and cleaning the bathroom. It tends to be one of those daily chores that people neglect and then feel ...

Most people brush incorrectly, leading to plaque buildup, irritation to gums, and long-term oral health issues. Dental professionals stress the importance of not only doing your daily oral health ...

Less plaque, fewer cavities and healthier gums may be the more obvious benefits of flossing your teeth — but did you know it could also lower your risk of heart disease? "There are a lot of studies ...

A survey from the Australian Dental Association out this week shows about 3 in 4 children never floss their teeth, or have adults do it for them. Many of the survey respondents thought it wasn't ...

But professional whitening treatments can be pricey, and those strips from the drugstore often leave teeth feeling extra ...

So why can breath sometimes stink even after brushing, and what can be done about it? According to Dr. Jaclyn Tomsic, a board ...