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 ...

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 ...

We all know that brushing our teeth is important. However, it's easy to make mistakes during one's dental hygiene routine. In fact, people often believe they are doing much better job at cleaning ...

Think you know how to brush your teeth? Think again. The world of oral health is evolving, and so should your brushing technique. Dentist Arman Farhadtouski, PSM, DDS ...

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

Some toothbrushes combine a wooden handle and a replaceable plastic brush head. That can work well for those who don't like how wood feels against their gums. Christin Klose/dpa We clean our teeth ...

All of the cells in your body are held together by an outer layer, known as the membrane, that is made up of fats called ...

This should really go without saying, but for anyone who thinks wooden teeth are due for a comeback, regularly brushing your teeth (at least twice a day!) with toothpaste is crucial to both having a ...

Q. Teaching my 3-year-old how to brush her own teeth is difficult - and messy. What can I do to make this easier? A. It can take time, and, yes, it can be quite messy, but children eventually do ...