Dentists reveal how the order in which you do dental care tasks can impact the health of your teeth and your overall body.

Flossing is considered as a cornerstone for effective oral health. Dentists recognize flossing as a practice that prevents gum disease, cavities and e ...

Listen, I understand that floss picks are handy. They're perfect for when you need to floss on the go and normal flossing would be overly conspicuous or just gross (excuse me while I unspool this long ...

Edmund R Hewlett, DDS, is a professor at the University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry. He is also the school’s associate dean for equity, diversity, and inclusion. Timothy Chase, DMD, ...

Which dental floss pick is best? Ask any dentist and they’ll tell you that flossing is just as vital to the health of your teeth as brushing, but for some reason, many people still skip this step. If ...

If you need a quick and easy way to clean the area between your teeth, they might work in a pinch. But unless you’re using several of them in one flossing and going below the gum line in a precise ...

We reviewed 17 dental flosses to find safe and sustainable options. Plus tips on shopping safer. Some dental floss is coated ...