What to eat for teeth. How to floss for your heart
It’s not just your smile that benefits from good oral health. By keeping your teeth and gums in good shape you could also be staving off heart disease, stroke and…
FDA restricts use of kids’ fluoride supplements, citing emerging health risks
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration on Friday moved to limit the use of fluoride supplements used to strengthen children’s teeth, the latest action by Health…
The Largest Toothpaste Recalls Recorded In Recent US History
Urbazon/Getty Images Your dentist will appreciate hearing that you’re brushing twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste, in accordance with generally accepted tooth-cleaning…
Dentists Explain If Toothpaste With Charcoal Actually Works
If you’ve scrolled through TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen people swearing by sleek black tubes promising whiter, brighter teeth with the help of activated charcoal. But does toothpaste with charcoal…
Cavities and gum disease could nearly double stroke risk
People with both gum disease and cavities faced an 86% greater chance of having a stroke compared to those with healthy mouths. Poor oral health was also tied to a…
Dental experts share concerns over Santa Fe fluoride ordinance
Santa Fe officials have decided to stop adding fluoride to the city’s water supply due to levels exceeding the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s recommended 0.7 parts per million,…