It's a dental service that's rarely covered by health insurance - and yet it's one that many dentists recommend. How effective is a professional teeth cleaning really in protecting against tooth decay ...

“We’re’ saying good-bye to scraping tools, rubber cups and polishing discs that can be time-consuming and uncomfortable,” says Dr. Richard Fordjour, who practices general and cosmetic dentistry at the ...

A dentist has shared an alternative tool for cleaning between your teeth for those who find flossing challenging. Dr. Rhona Eskander from Chelsea Dental Clinic has taken to social media to recommend ...

Standing in front of the mirror and maneuvering thin floss between your teeth isn’t pleasant. However, flossing is an essential part of any oral hygiene routine — it removes plaque, a sticky film ...

Most people use toothbrushes, toothpaste and dental floss to clean their teeth, but their use is by no means universal. Many indigenous groups, as well as people in developing countries, use ...