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 ...

Dr. Nzesya Mwende notes that our gums are designed to protect our teeth, curving gently around them in a semicircle. [File, Courtesy] Imagine spending years diligently brushing your teeth, only to ...

From the time the first tooth starts to appear in a baby’s mouth, we are taught to care about our teeth. Of course, at that age, there’s someone handling all the cleaning. However, it’s safe to say ...

Don't overuse the heads of your electric toothbrush. The ADA recommends you change these heads every three to four months. If the bristles on these heads are frayed or matted, you should replace them ...

Even though all primary teeth eventually fall out, it's important to take care of them. Loss or decay of these teeth can deform the mouth, causing problems when the permanent teeth take their place.

The twice-a-day struggle is all too real for many parents. Getting kids to brush their teeth properly can be both a headache and an anxiety-inducing dilemma because it’s hard to know whether children ...

Knowing how to teach your child to brush their teeth is an important part of building healthy habits from the start. After months of teething, it’s a joyful milestone when your baby’s first little ...

I won’t be wrong if I say that most of us do not brush twice daily, that said, I also won’t be wrong to say that we also don’t floss. I honestly won’t fault anyone until a few months ago, I also ...