Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Daily brushing and flossing has become so ingrained in our society ...

If you’ve been scrubbing for years (like me), a Reddit thread posted to r/Dentistry might make you feel better: “If I didn’t scrub it just wouldn’t feel like I was cleaning anything at all. Has this ...

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 ...

DETROIT – What is the best way to clean between your teeth? We are talking about flossing, using an interdental brush or pick, or using a WaterPik. I really want to be clear about this because what I ...

Dental flossing is an integral part of oral hygiene, but there are a number of misconceptions regarding its effects on teeth ...

Flossing and brushing your teeth regularly are both important for your dental hygiene. For maximum benefit, floss before you brush. You don’t have to be told the importance of good dental hygiene.

You’ve probably been told time and time again that flossing your teeth is just as important as brushing. The technique demonstrated in this video is the way the pros floss and it doesn’t take more ...

If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth you might have gingivitis. This gum disease is characterized by inflammation of the gums and can be painful if not taken care of. Fortunately, it can be ...

Cleaning and flossing your teeth when you have braces is vitally important to your smile and your health. Flossing, or using wax-covered thread to clean between teeth, scrubs the hard-to-reach places ...

Flossing daily is crucial to removing disease-causing plaque but many choose to skip the important habit because it's uncomfortable or awkward. Innovative products like reusable, silicone floss and ...

Regularly brushing and cleaning your teeth to prevent tooth decay was a lesson many of us learnt from a young age - so why do only 31 percent of Brits floss on a daily basis? We all know that good ...

In my mid-twenties I decided, after about 5 years of putting it off, that it was time for a dental check up. And even though it had been so long since I had been sitting in that uncomfortable room, I ...