From the time the first tooth starts to appear in a baby’s mouth, we are taught to care about our teeth. Of course, at that ...

Can you handle the tooth? Dr. Praveen Sharma, a UK-based dentist and scientific adviser to the British Dental Association, says many people practice four bad habits when it comes to their dental ...

This week on “For Science!” we examine the importance of brushing your teeth with a simple experiment that will really get kids into brushing their teeth once we scientifically prove all the good ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Each year, you’ll spend a total of about 24 hours brushing your ...

There are two inevitable things parents must teach their kids: potty training and proper teeth-brushing habits. Which one your child takes on faster depends on the individual kid, but if one thing is ...

It’s time to brush up on your oral hygiene. For decades, Americans have been scrubbing their smiles with the wrong tools and techniques thanks to a deeply ingrained myth. This rough-around-the-edges ...

If you’ve got teeth, then you’ve almost certainly dealt with tooth sensitivity before. So many factors can contribute to sensitive teeth, making brushing and enjoying life’s simple pleasures ...

Does your child balk at the sight of his toothbrush? Here’s how to calmly diffuse this situation so his teeth can be properly cleaned.

Nearly 3.5 billion people worldwide suffer from oral diseases, yet 90% of these conditions are entirely preventable through proper daily care. What’s particularly striking is that tooth decay remains ...

If you’ve been brushing your teeth as long as you can remember, chances are you haven’t taken much time to reflect on your form, and the oral health habit is pretty much second nature. If too much of ...