Of all the daily habits we’re told to do, flossing is often the first to get skipped. While brushing twice a day feels non-negotiable, fitting in that extra step to clean between your teeth can feel ...

Flossing does far more than remove food stuck between teeth. Biologically, flossing disrupts plaque biofilm, a sticky ...

Now, let’s talk about the good stuff. Flossing isn’t just a way to remove annoying bits of food from your teeth – it has some seriously awesome benefits. Here are just a few: Okay, so we know that ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. There are two kinds of people: flossers and those who should be ...

With in-person cleanings on the backburner for the moment, at-home oral hygiene has never seemed more important. And while the usual suspects—toothbrush, floss and mouthwash—are no stranger to our ...

There was a time, not long ago, when I did not floss with any regularity. Eventually, it caught up with me and I’ve been dealing with the consequences (which, to date, have included multiple fillings ...

Listen, I understand that floss picks are handy. They're perfect for when you need to floss on the go and normal flossing would be overly conspicuous or just gross (excuse me while I unspool this long ...

Proper oral health is fundamental to overall well-being, preventing issues like gum disease, periodontitis, and subsequent tooth loss. The American Dental Association recommends brushing twice daily ...

First, I rinse my mouth, to loosen low-hanging fruit, and then spit out these easy spoils. Then the proper excavation begins. By Wayne Koestenbaum Flossing is a game I take seriously. I would rather ...

If your gums bleed when you floss, it could be because you haven't flossed in a while. Not regularly flossing causes a buildup of plaque and bacteria that inflame your gums and may cause bleeding when ...

In a world where health advice comes from so-called experts on Instagram and Tiktok, it’s increasingly more difficult to know what’s true and what’s not. It’s also likely you’ve recently come across a ...