Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Scrubbing ...

When it comes to brushing your teeth, here's a piece of advice you may never have heard: don't focus on your teeth. Instead, think more about your gums, particularly the border where teeth meet gums.

Think you know how to brush your teeth? Think again. The world of oral health is evolving, and so should your brushing technique. Dentist Arman Farhadtouski, PSM, DDS, dives into the details of ...

Your toothbrush might be in your hand twice a day, but are you really using it the right way? Dentists say small changes in timing, tools, and technique can make a huge difference for your teeth and ...

Brushing your teeth every day isn’t just a way to keep your mouth feeling clean. It’s a way to keep your whole body healthy, too. The American Dental Association recommends brushing twice per day, for ...