From twice-a-day brushing to using mouthwash, we do a lot to keep our teeth squeaky clean and sparkling. Another dental habit you don't want to skimp on is flossing—it's so important to our long-term ...

To get you to floss, or keep you doing it, I talked to dentists about how to shop for different types and find one you actually like using. Experts also shared tips for how to floss correctly — yes, ...

Floss picks are generally easy to use, especially when flossing a child’s teeth. They’re also ideal for those with dexterity issues, like arthritis, or for those who have trouble wrapping string floss ...

I won’t be wrong if I say that most of us do not brush twice daily, that said, I also won’t be wrong to say that we also don’t floss. I honestly won’t fault anyone until a few months ago, I also ...

For many people, flossing their teeth is a hated task – right up there with taking out the garbage and cleaning the bathroom. It tends to be one of those daily chores that people neglect and then feel ...

One of the unsung applications of assistive technology is oral hygiene. As is the case with exercise and weight, society has this obsession with maintaining perfectly straight and pearly white teeth, ...

Brian T. Luong, DMD, is an orthodontist at Anaheim Hills Orthodontics and Santa Ana Orthodontics and Chief Dental Officer at Become Aligners. You should floss your teeth once a day to prevent cavities ...

You should floss your teeth once a day to prevent cavities and gum disease. Using 18 inches of floss, gently clean between each tooth. You may choose alternatives to string floss, such as water ...