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 ...

It's typical for people to just floss in the gaps between their teeth, but dentists warn that this isn't sufficient to get out all the trapped plaque.

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

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If you cannot brush both before and after breakfast, it should be fine as long as you are brushing at least twice per day — ...

The easiest way to start your day off right is with a dental routine that leaves your mouth feeling fresh, clean and healthy. But it's not so easy to do everything you need to do in the right order ...

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 ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, dentists reveal how much toothpaste you actually need to clean your teeth, and why more ...

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 ...

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To naturally whiten teeth, you should brush and floss regularly, avoid staining behaviors, and stay away from unproven home remedies.