Beauty and Hygiene

Beauty treatments and hygiene can go a long way to warding off cosmetic procedures. Find out how to take care of your hair, teeth and skin.

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5 Causes of Consistent Cavities

10 Fluoride Facts You Should Know

Why is there fluoride-free toothpaste?

Dental Implant Problems

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What's Scarier: No Toilet Paper or Wiping With One of These 5 Alternatives?

What in the world do you wipe with when you're totally out of toilet paper? You can try one of these alternatives. Desperate times call for desperate measures!

By Kristen Hall-Geisler Mar 18, 2020 Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

Is Going Sockless Bad for Your Feet?

Yep, socks were invented for a reason.

By Dave Roos Jun 26, 2019 Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

Can Tooth Decay Lead to Death?

A tooth infection may seem like little more than an inconvenience, but it could actually be doing some serious damage.

By Alia Hoyt & Sara Elliott Oral Care / Dental Problems

Toothpaste Tablets: A New Way to Brush Your Teeth

Toothpaste in tablet form could be an effective way to benefit both the health of the environment and our teeth.

By Jim Marion Mar 29, 2019 Oral Care / Oral Care Products

Toothpaste: Too Much of a Good Thing for Kids

How much toothpaste is too much? Turns out, kids just need a little smear.

By Jesslyn Shields Feb 12, 2019 Oral Care / Oral Care for Kids

Rinse and Spit: The History of Toothpaste

From urine to incense, the ancients had some weird ideas about what to put in toothpaste.

By Jesslyn Shields Jul 5, 2018 Oral Care / Oral Care Products

Who Brushes Their Teeth in the Shower?

A surprising number of people do, but why? And are there any downsides to doing it?

By Alia Hoyt Feb 28, 2018 Oral Care / Oral Care Products

Why Feeling Clean Feels So Good

Human beings are biologically and psychologically predisposed to prefer clean environments.

By Alia Hoyt Dec 22, 2017 Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

Sorry Haters, You Do Have to Floss

Recent news reports say there's no scientific evidence to support flossing, but dental associations continue to recommend it. Why's that?

By Alia Hoyt Aug 11, 2016 Oral Care / Oral Care Products

How Can You Avoid That Trip to the Dentist? Regrow Your Teeth

And did we mention that this synthetic biomaterial could eventually lead dentists to retire root canals?

By John Donovan Jul 8, 2016 Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Taking Your Mouth Into Your Own Hands: DIY Braces

Most folks would head to the orthodontist to have their teeth straightened, but that's not what one broke college student and designer did.

By Kate Kershner Mar 28, 2016 Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Wisdom Teeth Can Stay, Says Oral Surgery Organization

You may not need to pull them after all (and spend three days as a chipmunk). But don't think that means the ordeal is over.

By Julia Layton Feb 9, 2016 Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Can an abscessed tooth kill you?

An infection that starts as a toothache can spread throughout your body. Before you self-prescribe ice and pain pills and go to bed, consider what can happen if you skip the dentist's chair.

By Laurie L. Dove Oral Care / Dental Problems

Why can’t you smell your own bad breath?

If you're worried you have bad breath it might be for good reason. You can't smell your own breath so it might be hard to tell — until it's too late.

By Jennifer Sellers Oral Care / Dental Problems

Can people regrow teeth?

We're often told that our adult set of teeth is the last call for new pearly whites, but can alligators teach humans to replace even more lost teeth?

By Bambi Turner Beauty & Hygiene / Oral Care

Why Do Your Teeth Feel Furry When You Haven't Brushed Them?

If you've ever skipped brushing your teeth before bed, you may have noticed that they have a fuzzy texture the next day. What is that icky-feeling stuff, and what can you do about it?

By Jennifer Sellers Oral Care / Dental Problems

Why does coffee make your breath so bad?

Ah, coffee: smells so good, yet stinks your breath so bad. Since giving up this daily indulgence is out of the question, how can you lessen the odor?

By Laurie L. Dove Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

5 Truths About Bikini Waxes

Do you know the truths behind bikini waxes? See our list of five truths about bikini waxes to get informed.

By Katie Lambert Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

Teen Skin Care: Battling Blemishes and Beyond

Acne is by far the most common skin complaint among teenagers. In this article we breakdown the common causes of acne and effective treatments.

By Tamar Nordenburg Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

Shaving Dos and Don'ts for Teens

Shaving for both males and females typically starts in the teenage years. See shaving dos and don'ts for teens for tips on hair removal.

By Discovery Fit and Health Writers Beauty & Hygiene / Hygiene Tips

Dental Work and Pericarditis

Though rare, infection from dental work, or even vigorous brushing, can lead to pericarditis. But what are the symptoms -- and when should you call your doctor?

By Brion O'Connor Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Gum Surgery

Gum surgery sounds like a scary and painful procedure. We'll tell you what to really expect if you're preparing for this oral treatment.

By Terri Briseno Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Cavity Filling

If you've ever had a cavity, you've probably got something in your teeth right now. No, not the spinach salad you had for lunch. We're talking about something a bit more ... filling.

By Kevin P. Allen Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Professional Fluoride Treatment

You already brush with fluoride toothpaste. So do you really need a professional fluoride treatment at the dentist, too?

By Terri Briseno Oral Care / Dental Procedures

Professional Teeth Whitening

At-home tooth-whitening products are extremely popular, but having a professional make your smile bright might be a better option. Is it worth the expense? What are the risks?

By Maria Trimarchi Oral Care / Dental Procedures