oral hygiene

Professional Groups Defend Flossing’s Effectiveness

Dentists have been advising their patients to floss for decades. However, the Associated Press...

Global Volunteers Bring Dentistry to the Underserved

If you’re a dental student who wants to see the world before starting a...

Overcome the Barriers of Teaching Your Patients About Oral Hygiene

Most people think they know how to brush their teeth. Most don’t. Dentists understand...

Brits Blame Beverages for Bad Teeth Despite Inconsistent Care

The British reputation for poor oral hygiene may be exaggerated. But ask residents of...

Outreach Program Aims to Improve Oral Health in the Bronx

More than a third of the residents in the Bronx, NY, were born outside...

Oral Piercings Present Health Risks

Pierced lips, cheeks, gums, and tongues may be trendy. But they also present risks...

Guidelines Now Include Edentulous Maxilla Management

The edentulous maxilla often presents with a range of challenges and solutions that can...

Green Tea and Salvadora Persica Extracts Effectively Fight Plaque

People have been sipping green tea for thousands of years. Similarly, people have chewed...

Research Suggests Drinking Milk After Sweet Snacks to Fight Decay

If you don’t have your toothbrush handy after enjoying some cookies or candy, you...

“Cake Culture” Adds to Adult Tooth Decay

Sweet snacks can be one of the fun perks of office life, from morning...