A look at the nuances of brushing, interdental cleaning, and why a healthy mouth requires personalized guidance.

That mechanical debridement of your teeth and gums is important.” Multiple other dentists we spoke with agreed. “Water ...

A poor dental routine can impact more than just your smile — it can have lasting effects on your heart and lung health, and even lead to pregnancy complications. Brushing and flossing are essential ...

A few years ago, Rohan SJ Ingrole, a chemical engineer at Texas Tech University and his research partner, Harvinder Gill, an engineer at North Carolina State University, decided to test out an idea: ...

The best water flossers, tested by dentists and editors are easy to use, gentler than string flossing, and effective for an ...

Heart disease and dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, are connected with how healthy our teeth are. Is that enough to convince you to floss more?

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

For folks who want a fluoride-free toothpaste option, Hagan's pick is this Davids nano hydroxyapatite toothpaste for ...

Aim to brush your teeth twice a day and floss once daily, the ADA says. Here's a basic dental routine breakdown: Floss or use a water flosser. Brush for at least two minutes with toothpaste. Spit out ...

From floss to fizzy drinks, we asked top dentists and hygienists to reveal the everyday habits secretly harming your smile — ...

Looking for the best electric toothbrushes? These top picks from Oral-B, Quip, and Philips are rechargeable and travel-ready ...

For dental professionals, managing root caries means mastering risk assessment, patient education, and new tools like silver ...