Not enough of us regularly floss our teeth, and even fewer think about what’s in our dental floss. But maybe we should. A new investigation by Consumer Reports and Made Safe finds some surprising and ...

Flossing is the best way to remove food particles and dental plaque from the tight spaces between your teeth, and when left in place, this bacteria can cause cavities between teeth, gingivitis, and ...

A recent study, purporting to show that “toxic” chemicals from some types of dental floss are ending up in the flossers' bloodstream, does not actually provide evidence for the claim. So don’t give up ...

A fear of needles is a common reason for avoiding vaccines, even among many adults. Now researchers have come up with a rather clever alternative: dental floss. Led by a team from Texas Tech ...

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — You brush your teeth hopefully once or twice a day. But do you also floss your teeth and gums? Not enough of us do. Whether you use the standard string variety or something ...

Dentists recommend the use of dental floss. This is effective in preventing cavities and gum disease by removing food debris and plaque from between teeth where toothbrushes cannot reach. The efficacy ...

Dental Floss Cutting" with three hashtags: Abstract: "Dental Floss Cutting" investigates the precise mechanics and utility of dental floss as a cutting tool, focusing on its ability to clean, cut, and ...