The brush strokes were noted to be more accurate and increased in number. The study was published in the Indian Journal of Dental Research, July 2016. "We've used similar techniques to track smoking ...

Scrubbing back-and-forth or in circles probably aren’t the best ways to brush—but those are the most popular methods taught to kids and endorsed by toothpaste companies. Dentists, on the other hand, ...

Brushing your teeth is one of the most fundamental and essential aspects of oral hygiene. However, many people do it wrong, which can lead to various dental issues such as cavities, gum disease, and ...

Recording smart phone video “selfies” of tooth-brushing can help people learn to improve their oral health care techniques, according to a new study. While most people have the motivation, innate ...

Recording smart phone video "selfies" of tooth-brushing can help people learn to improve their oral health care techniques, according to a new study. Using smart phones propped on stands, study ...

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Brushing your teeth well can be the difference between a perfect checkup at the dentist and a painful cavity. But, knowing just how to do it may not be something we’re taught growing up. “Everybody ...

Your gums, often overshadowed by the show-stopping teeth they support, play a crucial role in your oral health that you may not fully appreciate. Healthy gums don't just hold your teeth in place; they ...

Can taking a selfie as you brush your teeth help make you a better brusher? A small pilot study indicates it may. Most of us, as it turns out, are not very good brushers. The author’s son, brushing ...