Dental Health - Page 4

December 3, 2024

Brush, floss, mouthwash: Dentists reveal what they believe is the correct order

Most people know the steps for optimal oral cleanliness -- but do they know the proper order? Two dental experts share their recommendations for brushing, flossing and using mouthwash.

November 29, 2024

‘I’m a dentist – here’s why you should never keep your toothbrush near the toilet’

It may seem logical to keep your oral care products in the bathroom – but Dr. Ellie Phillips, DDS, reveals the gross reason you shouldn't place your toothbrush near the toilet.

November 3, 2024

RFK Jr. says Trump White House will get fluoride out of drinking water

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said former President Trump will push to remove fluoride from drinking water if elected president, against decades of guidance.

November 1, 2024

Best and worst Halloween candy for your teeth, dentist reveals

Now that kids have scored their Halloween treats, Dr. Priya Mistry, a dentist in Vancouver, Washington, shared what she feels are the best and worst types of candy for dental health.

August 13, 2024

Staff members at dentist's office read aloud, mock cancer patient's private diary: video

Premier Dental Group of Knoxville fired their employees present in a video of a cancer patient's personal diary being read to the office, according to a statement.

June 29, 2024

Before toothpaste, what was used to clean teeth? Powdered ashes and other historical dental hygiene methods

Ever wonder how our ancestors maintained dental hygiene before toothpaste was around? Dive into the history of teeth-cleaning methods, from powdered ashes to rye flour.

June 13, 2024

Two children dead after undergoing routine medical procedures at Canadian hospital

A children's hospital in Canada has paused all tonsil and adenoid surgeries after the deaths of two pediatric patients in May and June.

May 30, 2024

Women experience more dental health issues than men, experts say. Here's what to do about it

Dr. Ellie Phillips went viral on TikTok for revealing the difference in men's and women's oral environments. She and Dr. Brandon Mack weigh in on how both genders can balance acidity in the mouth.

May 22, 2024

US dental care crisis: It should not be a luxury to keep your teeth in your mouth

Today in America, nearly 70 million adults and nearly 8 million children have no dental insurance. Many who do have insurance find it to be totally inadequate.

April 28, 2024

Health weekend roundup: Bird flu, stroke risks, a mother's heartbreak and more

As your weekend continues and you look to the week ahead, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out.