Is it true that your tooth shape and other things may dictate how you’re supposed to floss? Dental experts recommend flossing teeth at least once a day, ideally before bed. The goal is to remove ...

Flossing at least once a week can reduce stroke risk caused by blood clots Regular flossing lowers the risk of an irregular heartbeat Flossing may reduce inflammation and artery hardening ...

Does anyone actually enjoy flossing? I floss every night before bed, but I’ll be honest: My main motivation behind my strict commitment to daily flossing is that I’m scared of the dentist.

Regular flossing, one or more times a week, may reduce the risk of stroke caused by blood clots from the heart and those linked to irregular heartbeats like atrial fibrillation (AFib), according ...

Flossing protects your brain, as well as your gums, a new study suggests. People who floss their teeth at least once a week are reducing their risk of stroke caused by a blood clot, researchers ...

While diet and exercise are well-known preventive measures, emerging research suggests that oral health—specifically flossing—may also play a role in reducing cardiovascular risk. Flossing ...

Four elements are the basis of good oral hygiene: brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing once a day, eating a healthy diet, and seeing a dentist regularly, said Dr. Matthew ...

Regular dental flossing reduces the risk of a stroke, according to new research. People who floss their teeth at least once a week lower their risk of suffering a potentially fatal stroke caused ...

While lifestyle factors like diet and exercise play a critical role in maintaining heart health, new research suggests that an often-overlooked habit—flossing—could also be a key factor in ...

(HealthDay News) — Dental flossing is associated with a lower risk for ischemic and cardioembolic stroke and atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a study presented at the annual American ...

The study found that most children are not brushing and flossing twice daily. Only about one in four children floss regularly, and one in three do not brush twice a day. Dr. Gregory Pohl from ...

If you dislike flossing as much as I do but want to keep your oral care game top-notch, let me introduce you to a gadget that has overhauled my routine: the Waterpik Cordless Water Flosser from Amazon ...