SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Understanding what’s fact and what’s fiction in the world of oral hygiene may prevent you from harming your teeth. Did you know you shouldn’t brush your teeth right after ...

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Feel the need to brush your teeth after every sweet indulgence or other meals? Cleaning your teeth frequently throughout the day can't be a bad thing, right? Wrong. "Overbrushing does not give you a ...

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You stumble into bed after a long day, exhausted and ready to crash. The last thing you want to do is drag yourself to the bathroom to brush your teeth. “I’ll just do it in the morning,” you tell ...

We all know the drill: To keep your teeth healthy, you should floss in between each and every tooth, then brush your pearly whites with toothpaste for two minutes. Repeating this ritual once in the ...

Maintaining good oral hygiene practices is key to keeping your teeth and gums healthy—and spending two minutes brushing twice a day is a crucial part of any routine. This may seem like a simple ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Any good dentist would tell you that oral health starts with ...

Do you rinse your mouth after brushing your teeth? Maybe you use water, or maybe you favor a mouthwash, thinking that it’s better for oral health. They even sell little cups specifically to keep in ...

Yes, you brush your teeth every morning, but could you be brushing at the wrong time? It turns out there is a correct time to brush, according to dentists. “Brushing your teeth in the morning is not ...