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 ...

We’ve all heard it before: Flossing helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease, which can lower the risk of heart disease and stroke. And yet, two-thirds of Americans still aren’t flossing daily. If it ...

From the very first trip to the dentist, we’re told about the importance of flossing to maintain proper oral hygiene. As kids, the concept of cleaning teeth with string seemed slightly bizarre. Yet ...

SPOKANE, Wash., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The first electronic flosser to make flossing easier and more effective is launching November 18, 2022, by State Dental, Inc. Designed by a dentist, the ...

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 ...

When it comes to maintaining oral hygiene, brushing often takes the spotlight, but the critical role of flossing cannot be overstated. Flossing is an effective preventive measure against gum disease, ...

Flossing your teeth removes food trapped between them and eliminates the bacterial film that forms on your teeth before it becomes plaque. Most people don't floss regularly or neglect flossing ...

Following the recent heated controversy over the scientific merits of flossing, DrBicuspid.com queried its informed readers to get their input about the issue. "Plaque control is considered the holy ...