If you're flossing and notice some bleeding throughout your gums, your first instinct might be to take a break from flossing to allow for healing — but you should actually do the opposite. "When ...

That’s why dentists strongly recommend flossing, too, ideally once a day. Keeping up with these flossing recommendations can ...

Dentists have been saying it for years, but now there’s new evidence that brushing your teeth may not be enough to fight gum disease. A study of twins shows flossing twice a day in addition to ...

Would you rather wait in line at the DMV or do your taxes than floss your teeth? You're not alone. Only one in three Americans floss every day, and 20% don't floss at all. Trust us, we get it — ...

The American Dental Association stresses the importance of flossing at least once daily to keep teeth and gums clean. However, if your gums bleed every time you floss, you may be tempted to ditch this ...

Dentists explain why brushing and flossing are both important for clean and healthy teeth. Many experts say flossing first ...

“If the floss smells bad, it might indicate plaque buildup with bacteria accumulation, food impaction or gum inflammation,” ...

For many people, flossing their teeth is a hated task – right up there with taking out the garbage and cleaning the bathroom. It tends to be one of those daily chores that people neglect and then feel ...

Dentists joke that you should only floss the teeth you want to keep. Flossing isn't the most glamorous thing, but can you replace the activity with chewing gum? Let’s take a moment to imagine all the ...

Dentists have been saying it for years, but now there's new evidence that brushing your teeth may not be enough to fight gum disease. A study of twins shows flossing twice a day in addition to ...