Most of us brush our teeth on autopilot. So let's stop and ask: are you doing it properly? For a full two minutes? Do you use the correct type of brush and toothpaste? Did you know you're supposed to ...

We all know the advice for healthy teeth—brush twice daily and don't eat too much sugar. So why do those of us following these instructions find we sometimes need a filling when we visit the dentist?

Dentists recommend brushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes at a time. If you have visible plaque or bleeding gums, try an electric toothbrush to improve your technique. Make sure to brush your ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Each year, you’ll spend a total of about 24 hours brushing your ...

A lot of us are familiar with the advice that we should brush our teeth twice a day, and for at least two minutes each time. Many of us over-estimate how long we brush our teeth for—by as much as a ...

Improve the overall health of your smile with these five dentist-approved ways to brush your teeth properly. Sure, you've adopted a regular gym routine and take diligent care of your skin, but when is ...

Each week in February, we’ll be sharing an article with helpful tips and information about dental health for everyone. A ...

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Q: Teaching my 3-year-old how to brush her own teeth is difficult — and messy. What can I do to make this easier? A: It can take time, and, yes, it can be quite messy, but children eventually do ...

Like staying hydrated and eating our veggies, brushing our teeth twice a day is something we're all taught to do from a young age – and the NHS recommends this, too. But, while we've all been led to ...

Ask the Pediatrician: How can parents teach kids to properly brush their teeth? (ATTENTION EDITORS: 1 photo accompanies this column. FILENAME: LIFE-HEALTH-PEDIATRICIAN-QA-DMT.jpg) Q: Teaching my ...