The goal of brushing one’s teeth is to have fresh breath and prevent cavities. But the effect of toothpaste on the complex ecosystem of bacteria in our mouths — the oral microbiome — is often ...

If you are one of 10% of people who have dry mouth, a common condition that's officially known as "xerostomia," brushing your teeth may exacerbate your symptoms and cause further irritation if you ...

However, it is important to know where the strategy to rinse came from rather than assume that leaving toothpaste in your mouth is bad or dangerous. In general, you are not supposed to swallow high ...

For many of us, the day starts with coffee or tea and continues with a steady stream of sips. Add the occasional soda or glass of red wine at night, and those habits can gradually leave their mark, ...

As you eat and drink and live your life, your teeth are constantly undergoing demineralization and remineralization. Demineralization is the process by which your teeth lose minerals. The bacteria in ...

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The goal of brushing one’s teeth is to have fresh breath and prevent cavities. But the effect of toothpaste on the complex ecosystem of bacteria in our mouths — the oral microbiome — is often ...