Are you someone who has to wear braces? Well, we can understand how you feel. You must have a hundred questions running through your head – what type of toothbrush to use? How to floss? Etc. Having ...

So you’re way beyond your middle school years... and yet: You’ve found yourself in a new set of braces. While this might not be how you pictured your adulthood unfolding, you’re now officially mature ...

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 ...

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SEATTLE — You’ve likely heard the advice for years: Brush your teeth twice a day and don't forget to floss. But when it comes to how to most effectively do that, it gets a bit more complicated. Manual ...

Just like showering and shaving, flossing, at least at surface level, is an innate task — something we’re shown a few times and learn for life. However, based on a few memorable (and seemingly ...