Less plaque, fewer cavities and healthier gums may be the more obvious benefits of flossing your teeth — but did you know it could also lower your risk of heart disease? "There are a lot of studies ...

Brian T. Luong, DMD, is an orthodontist at Anaheim Hills Orthodontics and Santa Ana Orthodontics and Chief Dental Officer at Become Aligners. You should floss your teeth once a day to prevent cavities ...

Do you floss before brushing? You’re doing something right, experts say, because it can be easier to remove bigger pieces of debris from your teeth before going in with a brush. That said, dentist Dr.

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

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

To floss correctly, gently glide the floss up and down against both sides of each tooth. As the floss reaches your gums, curve the floss at the base of the tooth to form a C shape. Flossing is an ...

This story is adapted from a Life Kit newsletter. Subscribe to get more helpful tips to make life better. Flossing is one of those things that you have to do but don't want to be asked about, ...

A debate about whether you should use mouthwash before or after brushing your teeth has been answered by dental experts, and ...