Brushing teeth too hard can wear down the enamel, aka the protective layer on your teeth. (Photo illustration: Jay Sprogell for Yahoo News; photo: Getty Images) Brushing your teeth twice a day every ...

Brushing your teeth at the wrong time could do more harm than good. (Getty Images) Do you brush before or after breakfast? If your answer is the latter you might want to rethink things to help ...

Your morning routine may be harming your smile. Dentists say that it’s actually best to brush your teeth before having breakfast. “Brushing your teeth before breakfast not only helps to remove this ...

According to a report by the American Dental Association, flossing helps clean hard-to-reach tooth surfaces and reduces the ...

You wake up to the smell of fresh coffee brewing. As you stumble toward the kitchen, a daily debate looms: Do I brush my teeth now, or do I wait until after I eat? It’s a question millions of people ...

Dentists are finally settling the age-old debate over the best time to brush your teeth after waking up. In the question of before or after breakfast, one smile expert believes brushing post-coffee ...

Brushing your teeth can stop more than just plaque buildup. It can lower your risk for dementia and other diseases ...

Most people believe brushing immediately after meals promotes dental health, but dental experts warn this common practice could actually harm your teeth. Understanding the right timing for brushing ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Each year, you’ll spend a total of about 24 hours brushing your ...

I had to tell my son Jacob every day for 30 minutes how and why he needed to brush his teeth. Eventually I got tired of it and told him it was his decision, and I wasn't going to get involved. He ...