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 ...

You know the drill: Floss every day for better oral health. But some people get better results with a water flosser than with string dental floss. And, if you think there's a chance it might help you ...

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 ...

The most surprising news in science this week may be that there's little good evidence to back up the claim that flossing is good for you. Writing for the Associated Press, reporter Jeff Donn laid out ...

It's not hard to perform the basics of a healthy dental routine, but patients still have a hard time with one step in particular. When it comes to flossing, people often just aren't doing it — or they ...

Maintaining good oral hygiene is essential at every age, but as we grow older, the risk of dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay increases. According to the Health Policy ...

HOLMDEL, N.J. (AP) – It’s one of the most universal recommendations in all of public health: Floss daily to prevent gum disease and cavities. Except there’s little proof that flossing works. Still, ...

Less plaque, fewer cavities and healthier gums may be the more obvious benefits of flossing your teeth — but did you know it could also lower your risk of heart disease? "There are a lot of studies ...

To get you to floss, or keep you doing it, I talked to dentists about how to shop for different types and find one you actually like using. Experts also shared tips for how to floss correctly — yes, ...

Let’s face it, most people are not eager to visit the dentist. For a number of reasons they may be nervous about getting a filling or cleaning, perhaps due to a negative dental experience as a child.