Oral health: Brush up on dental care basics
Oral health begins with clean teeth. Get daily dental care tips, from brushing and flossing to recognizing oral health problems.
View ArticleWhen to Brush Your Teeth
At a minimum, the American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth twice a day; one time should be before sleep. But if you snack and drink throughout the…
View ArticleIs there a time that's best to brush your teeth? After certain foods?
At a minimum, the American Dental Association recommends that you brush your teeth twice a day; one time should be before sleep.
View ArticleDoes whitening toothpaste actually whiten teeth?
Whitening toothpaste can whiten teeth slightly by removing surface stains, such as those caused by drinking coffee or smoking.
View ArticleCan poor oral health cause heart disease?
Poor oral health — not regularly brushing or flossing — is unlikely to be the primary cause of heart disease. But poor oral health combined with other risk factors may…
View ArticleIs it more effective to floss teeth with a water pick or standard dental floss?
Standard dental floss is the most effective tool for cleaning the tight spaces between the teeth. You can also use dental floss to scrape up and down the sides of…
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Is an electric toothbrush better than a regular toothbrush?
It's possible to brush your teeth effectively with a manual toothbrush — but an electric toothbrush can be a great alternative to a manual toothbrush, especially if you have arthritis…
View ArticleThe Health Perils of Gum Disease
Treating gum disease and avoiding it in the first place make good sense as a defense against the symptoms of heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems.
View ArticleOral Health: Mouth-Body Connection
Teeth and gums reveal the inside story of your overall health -- from signs of diabetes to heart disease to osteoporosis. Find out what your oral health may say about…
View ArticleCheck For Signs Of Oral Cancer Colleagues list three possible symptoms
Oral cancer occurs in approximately 30,000 Americans each year, according to the American Cancer Society. There are many different factors that can raise your risk of developing oral cancer, especially...
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