Brushing our teeth is so deeply ingrained in us that we don’t even think about it usually. You put toothpaste on, brush your teeth for around two minutes, rinse and go on with your day. But, umm, that ...

Toothpaste used to be about function. A little dollop on your toothbrush gave you fresh breath and prevented cavities. It was also about one flavor: mint and more mint. But lately, nearly every tube ...

This week on “For Science!” we examine the importance of brushing your teeth with a simple experiment that will really get kids into brushing their teeth once we scientifically prove all the good ...

The day after Halloween — that would be today — is National Brush Day, as in toothbrushing. Makes sense with the tons of candy collected nationwide by kids yesterday. I was surprised to learn the ...

If you’re a morning coffee drinker, you may enjoy the kick of caffeine. However, you may not love the jitters, the caffeine crash or the stains it can leave on your teeth. Nonetheless, there’s a ...

If brushing your toddler’s teeth seems like a daunting task to you, don’t fret. You can do it, even if you have a stubborn child who’s equally convinced that toothbrushing is completely unnecessary.

A recent encounter with my dental hygienist brought the topic to mind. As a parting gift, she gave me a toothbrush and a tube of toothpaste. I was a pre-Crest baby. Crest was first introduced to ...