The body reacts to this with inflammation. Initially, this process only affects the gums. The first signs of gingivitis are ...

Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD Flossing your teeth removes food trapped between them and eliminates the bacterial ...

Dental experts warn your toothbrush harbors harmful bacteria after three months of use, potentially causing gum damage, ...

An expert warned that not many people are aware of the important link between oral hygiene and cardiovascular health.

WE’RE all taught to be aware of potential signs of cancer – from strange lumps and skin changes to unexplained weight loss and red flags in our poo. But the early signs of some ...

In between hygienist appointments, get a dentist-like clean with the best water flossers from Philips, Waterpik and more in ...

“Being French, we didn’t know what flossing was,” recalls Diligenti. “Absolutely nobody mentioned it – certainly not my cousin.” Some were mysteriously familiar with the practice; once, in the 80s, ...

Whether you floss or brush first doesn’t matter, as long as you do both. What if you have implants or gum disease? If you have an implant, you may want to opt for an interdental brush instead of ...

"Gum disease is primarily caused by plaque ... To tackle that problem, she suggests using dental floss or interdental brushes that can help to reach the spaces in between teeth where dental ...