Diligent teeth brushing only removes about 60% of the plaque. That’s why the American Dental Association (ADA) suggests flossing daily. Flossing helps you reach the remaining 40% of your teeth ...

But sometimes, even with regular brushing and flossing, teeth can still look dull, stained, or yellow. Turns out, it’s not just about cleaning—it's also about what not to do. Certain daily ...

Flossing your teeth removes food trapped between them and eliminates the bacterial film that forms on your teeth before it becomes plaque. Most people don't floss regularly or neglect flossing ...

Maintaining good oral hygiene begins with brushing and flossing your teeth regularly — and doing it well. A non-negotiable daily task, brushing and flossing your teeth effectively removes plaque, the ...

The results showed that regular flossing reduced the risk of stroke, regardless of whether individuals brushed their teeth regularly or visited a dentist consistently. Flossing was also linked to ...

Flossing teeth at least once per week is linked to a lower risk of stroke and irregular heartbeat beat, known as atrial fibrillation (AFib). The findings will be presented at the American Stroke ...

Here’s what to do. When it comes to brushing, flossing and using a mouth rinse, the goal is controlling the bacteria on your teeth, Messina said. “We have to stir them up and dislodge them ...

A Detroit priest who also bills himself as an exorcist was charged in Illinois this week in connection with a November incident in which he allegedly flossed his teeth with the hair of a teenage girl.

Flossing your teeth at least once a week may reduce your risk of stroke and irregular heartbeat, according to a preliminary study to be presented next week at the American Stroke Association’s ...

Flossing your teeth at least once a week may be linked to a lower risk of stroke caused by a blood clot blocking brain blood flow and irregular heartbeats, according to a preliminary study to be ...