Specialized brushing techniques reduce plaque buildup around braces by targeting hard-to-reach areas. Poor hygiene during retainer use can undo orthodontic treatment results. Clear aligners allow ...

Brushing teeth too hard can wear down the enamel, aka the protective layer on your teeth. (Photo illustration: Jay Sprogell for Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) Brushing your teeth twice a day every ...

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Think you’ve got brushing your teeth down? Think again. Dr. Arash Ravanbakhsh, the owner of Inglewood Family Dental in Calgary, Canada, recently shared five common mistakes people make while brushing ...

While rubbing toothpaste on your teeth can give them an additional boost of fluoride during the day, there is no need to do so. Brushing your teeth twice with a fluoride rich toothpaste and not ...

Taking a shower at least once a day, having appropriate personal toiletries (soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.), brushing your teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice a day and flossing once are basic parts ...