A new study from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine suggests that flossing just once a week may ...

Flossing improperly probably beats not flossing at all. But going about flossing the wrong way prevents you from getting the maximum benefits.

“Brain flossing necessitates just a pair of headphones and a quiet place, so it’s an easy self-care practice,” he said, noting that many people “appreciate the immediate sense of calm it ...

Dr. Chern called out this water flosser from Bitvae as her favorite portable, travel-friendly option—its often under-$30 ...

The flossing techniques and tips your dentist might not have told you. The technique, timing and frequency of flossing may play a role in helping to maintain good oral health, some experts said.

And yes, you need both brushing and flossing to get your teeth totally clean, said Dr. Rocio B. Quinonez, associate dean for curriculum at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Adams ...

Flossing is associated with a 22% lower risk of clot-caused stroke, and a 44% lower risk of a stroke caused by blood clots traveling from the heart, results show.

Flossing can be difficult for some people to master, especially if their hands shake or they have limited movement. It can also be more time-consuming than using a Waterpik, ...

According to the CDC, a quarter of U.S. adults ages 20-64 have at least one untreated cavity and nearly half of U.S. adults ...

Flossing is recommended as soon as children have two teeth that touch. In most cases, teeth will touch by 2 or 3 years of age. Most children need help flossing until they’re at least 8 years old.

(Flossing more than once a week was associated with an even greater reduction in risk.) 44 percent lower risk of cardioembolic stroke, which are blood clots traveling from the heart ...

Flossing may reduce stroke risk by lowering oral infections and inflammation and encouraging other healthy habits,” lead researcher Souvik Sen said in a statement provided by the American Heart ...