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 ...

Don't overuse the heads of your electric toothbrush. The ADA recommends you change these heads every three to four months. If ...

When that first tooth emerges, start brushing — and other advice from pediatric dentists. By Melinda Wenner Moyer Pop quiz: At what age should kids first see a dentist? In a nationally representative ...

I’m an adult, of course, I know how to brush my teeth. That’s what most of us think. After all, it’s something we’ve done every day since childhood, so surely we’ve mastered it by now. But when we ...

If you are anything like me, every day you squeeze a little toothpaste onto your toothbrush and brush your teeth. Toothpaste gets its cleaning power from a few different ingredients. My friend Mark ...

From overbrushing to dehydration, everyday habits may be damaging your enamel without you realising it. A dentist explains ...

New research reveals brushing habits can harm teeth and gums. Frequent or forceful brushing, especially after acidic foods, wears down enamel and irritates gums. Dentists now emphasize proper timing, ...