The first thing we do when we wake up is brush our teeth. For many, this is also the last activity of our bed before hitting the bed. We are all aware how important brushing is for our overall oral ...

The dentist recommended, "Replacing your toothbrush every three months.” An old toothbrush may contain germs which may worsen ...

When's the last time you replaced your toothbrush? For many people, the answer is "too long ago." "The average person should be swapping out for a new toothbrush every three to four months," Dr. Kevin ...

Using an old toothbrush to brush your teeth can "do more harm than good" when it comes to your oral health, a dentist has warned. With lots of conflicting advice on how often to replace your ...

Dear Heloise: Flushing a toilet sends a germ-filled mist throughout the air in a bathroom. I put my toothbrush in a cup filled with dry rice with the handle down. I cover the bristle with half of a ...

Every electric toothbrush will clean your teeth, but some come with extra features and accessories that can bump up the price. To find the models with the best cleaning power, we thoroughly tested the ...

According to a dentist, it is some advice you, unfortunately, shouldn’t ignore. “Toothbrush covers trap in bacteria from the mouth that get on the toothbrush after brushing,” says Jonelle Anamelechi, ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. LONDON (AP) — Toothbrushes used to be simple ...