We tested more than 60 oral hygiene products, from toothbrushes and toothpastes to tongue scrapers and mouthwashes. These 11 ...

We asked three dentists how to properly brush and floss your teeth. They share tips on the best toothbrushes, toothpastes, dental floss, mouth rinse and more.

Daily flossing is ideal, but is it necessary? We break down the latest research on flossing frequency, timing, and what's ...

When you don’t floss, plaque can build up in between your teeth and other places that a toothbrush can’t reach, leading to an increased risk of tooth decay.

When you don’t floss, plaque can build up in between your teeth and other places that a toothbrush can’t reach, leading to an increased risk of tooth decay. Skip to content FOX31 Denver ...

Medically reviewed by Edmund Khoo, DDS Brushing alone isn't enough to remove dental plaque from your teeth. Diligent teeth brushing only removes about 60% of the plaque. That’s why the American Dental ...

The efficacy of dental floss has not been proven. However, 80% of plaque can be eliminated using proper flossing. Thus, to keep teeth free of all types of infections that can be caused by the ...

Because plaque is a primary cause of gum disease, it’s important to floss and brush each day. Plaque usually hardens on the teeth within 24 to 36 hours. If you floss your teeth regularly, ...

Your dentist may remind you to brush, floss and mouthwash – but what is the "right" order to do it? While all steps of oral hygiene can benefit dental health, Dr. Mike Wei, DDS, of New York City ...