I have to take better care of my teeth. That’s the lesson I learned multiple cavities and three crowns later. I was a child who dreaded going to the dentist, and I’ve now advanced into an adult who ...

You reach for it twice daily and rely on it to keep your oral hygiene in check. Brushing your teeth regularly prevents cavities, gum disease and harmful plaque. But your trusty toothbrush could be ...

Everyone (well, nearly everyone) would agree that brushing your teeth is a non-negotiable part of a personal hygiene routine, but did you realise it is also important to keep your toothbrush clean?

Here’s a disgusting stat that will ruin your morning routine: more than 60% of toothbrushes are contaminated with faecal matter. Yes, your toothbrush. And no, it’s not because you’re gross, it’s ...

Staphylococci, coliforms, pseudomonads, yeasts, intestinal bacteria and — yes — even fecal germs may be on your toothbrush, and that’s gross. Appropriate toothbrush storage and care are important to ...

Don't overuse the heads of your electric toothbrush. The ADA recommends you change these heads every three to four months. If ...

INDIANAPOLIS — Toothbrushes are supposed keep our mouths clean. But are we keeping our toothbrushes clean? 13News collected eight samples from families with different bathroom setups. Some stored ...

Even the best electric toothbrush eventually reaches the end of its dental career, but that doesn't mean it's ready for retirement. Before sending it to the recycling bin, consider its untapped ...