Oral hygiene is often associated with brushing and flossing, but one important step that is sometimes overlooked is the use of mouthwash. For many, it is seen as an optional addition to their routine, ...

After last week’s article, I received a hilarious chat from a reader. It read, “Egusi is my favourite, but my wife removed it ...

How Lack of NHS Dental Access Is Fueling a Rise in Untreated Gum Disease and What You Can Do If Private Care Is Out of Reach Gum disease, or periodontal disease, typically begins with gingivitis, ...

Peppermint oil emerges as a potent natural remedy for oral health, backed by both tradition and modern research. Its ...

At the 2025 FDI World Dental Congress in Shanghai on Wednesday, Listerine worked with domestic associations and experts to ...

Around 40% of U.S. adults ages 30 and older have some level of gum disease, known as periodontitis, a chronic inflammatory condition whose progression leads to wobbly teeth, tooth loss and persistent ...

As more places in the U.S. look to ban fluoride in drinking water, it's more important than ever to know the best ways to ...

What did this have to do with longevity? Turns out, quite a lot. “Gum health is general health,” according to Dr Reena Wadia, a leading gum specialist. She told me this at a conference table in her ...

Dental health experts have warned against the growing use of salt, charcoal, and other unconventional substances for brushing teeth, saying these practices could lead to serious oral health ...

If you regularly wake with a dry mouth, it is important to tackle hydrating it to reduce risk of further oral diseases. Dr ...

Your toothbrush may not reach all areas, so food particles and plaque stay hidden between teeth and along the gumline. Daily flossing prevents trapped ...

Edmund Khoo, DDS, is an orthodontist and clinical associate professor at the New York University College of Dentistry. Clear aligners or braces can fix a mild overbite in as few as six months. Severe ...