It has been said to reduce cavities, whiten teeth and minimize bad breath. Here’s what the research suggests. By Melinda Wenner Moyer In a video on TikTok, a woman scoops a heaping spoonful of solid ...

While many of us crave toothpaste-commercial white teeth as much as we do symmetrical features or a full head of hair, the desire for a brighter smile isn’t just vanity. Research shows dental health ...

Oil pulling, which involves swishing oil around in the mouth and spitting it out, is an ancient Ayurvedic practice that's getting a lot of traction on social media. The technique is believed to help ...

To naturally whiten teeth, you should brush and floss regularly, avoid staining behaviors, and stay away from unproven home ...

To find out, I talked to dentists, who broke down everything you need to know about whitening your teeth at home, including when (and if) you’ll see a visible difference in tooth color. Using their ...

Oil pulling is an ancient oral hygiene practice; researchers have likened it to an old-fashioned version of using mouthwash.