In elderly people, a decline in lower limb function—essential for walking and standing—substantially contributes to the ...

If bad breath and tooth decay aren't enough of an incentive to brush your teeth, reducing your risk of dementia might be. That's right—scientists are increasingly seeing a consistent link between poor ...

If you cannot brush both before and after breakfast, it should be fine as long as you are brushing at least twice per day — morning and night — and flossing, ideally after your last meal of the day to ...

Brushing teeth too hard can wear down the enamel, aka the protective layer on your teeth. (Photo illustration: Jay Sprogell for Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) Brushing your teeth twice a day every ...

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

It’s time to brush up on your oral hygiene. For decades, Americans have been scrubbing their smiles with the wrong tools and techniques thanks to a deeply ingrained myth. This rough-around-the-edges ...

Think you’ve got brushing your teeth down? Think again. Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh, the owner of Inglewood Family Dental in Calgary, Canada, recently shared five common mistakes people make while brushing ...

I've led Tested coverage at Forbes Vetted since 2022. Maintaining good oral hygiene practices is key to keeping your teeth and gums healthy—and spending two minutes brushing twice a day is a crucial ...

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You just finished a delicious meal and head straight to the bathroom, toothbrush in hand, feeling virtuous about your dental hygiene habits. After all, isn’t brushing after meals what dentists have ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Any good dentist would tell you that oral health starts with ...