If you have a choice, Messina says it’s usually better to brush your teeth before having coffee. “When we brush first, we ...

You may bristle at the thought, but our ancestors used frayed twigs to “brush” their teeth. Toothbrushes have evolved a lot since then, from a cattle bone handle and swine bristles to a hard plastic ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Brushing teeth too hard can wear down the enamel, aka the protective layer on your teeth. (Photo illustration: Jay Sprogell for ...

We know your dirty little secret. The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth twice daily, but only about ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. CentralITAlliance/Getty Images Brushing your teeth twice a day might seem like a mindless activity, and during those two minutes, ...

Brushing your teeth in the shower might sound like a time-efficient multitasking hygiene routine, but dentists throughout North America are letting the public know this is a risky way to clean those ...

Brushing our teeth is something we all do twice every single day. Or least should be doing. But, according to experts, many of us have actually been doing it completely wrong. With more people than ...