Dentists and hygienists tell their patients every day to use dental floss or an interdental cleaner to clean between their teeth. However, how much evidence is there that these devices, plus ...

Researchers conducted a literature review and found that interdental brushes were more effective than flossing or wood sticks in removing interdental plaque. Interdental brushes also ranked high for ...

Growing incidences of dental caries, gum inflammation, and bad breath are anticipated to provide impetus to demand. Also, significant tooth surface area occurs below the gum line. Consequently, the ...

It's a dental service that's rarely covered by health insurance - and yet it's one that many dentists recommend. How effective is a professional teeth cleaning really in protecting against tooth decay ...

Every American is taught that flossing—along with brushing and bi-annual dentist visits—is essential to oral health. That’s also the stance taken by the American Dental Association (ADA); by cleaning ...