Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

Brushing up on your dental hygiene at home could keep you healthier for longer. A recent poll found that Americans admit to skipping brushing their teeth 5 times a week. Oral health is a window to ...

When that first tooth emerges, start brushing — and other advice from pediatric dentists. By Melinda Wenner Moyer Pop quiz: At what age should kids first see a dentist? In a nationally representative ...

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often ...

Brushing your teeth is an important part of your overall health and wellness. Ideally, you should brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste. Dentists and orthodontists ...

Candy is not great for your teeth, but it's not the only thing to be mindful of for better oral health. "It's not just obvious sugary treats that pose a risk to teeth," registered dental hygienist ...

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You can try to prevent it, but it’s inevitable: everyone’s teeth stain and yellow over time. Dark-colored foods and drinks are unavoidable in our diets, and genetics, thin enamel or poor oral hygiene ...

Americans admit to forgetting to brush their teeth five times per week. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, which also found that it’s not only the toothbrush that’s being forgotten ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? While a whiter smile seems to be the primary benefit being peddled on social ...

No, there is no evidence to support that coconut oil can whiten teeth. Still, it can make them appear brighter after ...