Medically reviewed by Brian T. Luong, DMD You should floss your teeth once a day to prevent cavities and gum disease. Using 18 inches of floss, gently clean between each tooth.You may choose ...

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 ...

Product: BrytonPick dental instrument, 10 picks for $15, at drug and general merchandise stores. Key ingredients: Stainless steel strip the same thickness as dental floss. The pitch: A string-free, ...

Full disclosure: I used to be a person who never flossed. Even though I went to the dentist consistently and heard the speech every time about flossing, I just never did it. I hated how the string ...

Flossing correctly involves wrapping the floss around the front of your tooth in a C shape. Most people just push the floss in and out of the gaps between teeth, but this isn't as effective. Be sure ...

Dental floss and oral irrigators are two of the most common tools for cleaning your teeth. But which one provides the best cleaning results? Dental floss is a traditional method used to remove plaque ...

Brushing, flossing, and visiting the dentist regularly are essential for maintaining healthy teeth, but new research shows an unexpected downside: our everyday oral care is contributing to the global ...