Beauty and Hygiene

Periodontal disease, if left unchecked, could lead to gum redness, bleeding and, eventually, even tooth loss. Can a simple toothbrush help you avoid this fate?

By Rebecca Fairley Raney

You probably think of it as a way to clean cuts, but can you also use hydrogen peroxide on your teeth?

By Terri Briseno

We know they give you pearly whites. But can those popular whitening strips damage your teeth?

By Terri Briseno

Do food and drinks counteract the cavity-fighting and enamel-protecting benefits of toothpaste or simply ruin the fresh taste in your mouth?

By Stefani Newman

Brushing and rinsing play major parts in a good oral health routine, but if you use both toothpaste and mouthwash with fluoride, can you have too much of a good thing?

By Stefani Newman

An abscessed tooth is one of those things you probably don't want to think about until it happens to you. And if it does, you're better to get it treated sooner rather than later.

By Kevin P. Allen

Humans haven't always been avid tooth brushers, so why do we have to do it now? And twice a day, no less?

By Sara Elliott

There are advantages to a Waterpik over regular floss, but the biggest is that it's more fun. Wouldn't you rather do something enjoyable?

By Sara Elliott

A water flosser can do wonders for your teeth, but you may have to use a variety of tips to get the healthiest mouth on the block.

By Sara Elliott

Plaque may be your teeth's enemy, but it can't hide forever. Using plaque-disclosing tablets can help make sure it's removed completely during brushing and flossing.

By Brion O'Connor

Tongue scrapers are said to help remove the bacteria that causes bad breath. But is using one any more effective than just brushing your tongue?

By Tom Scheve

Using a dental scaler can be an effective way to help keep your teeth free of plaque and stains. How can you use one correctly?

By Tom Scheve

Some argue that using a dental pick is more effective than flossing when it comes to cleaning between your teeth. But is it safe to use a dental pick without a dentist's supervision?

By Tom Scheve

You're watching your TV when an ad tells you how white your teeth can be. It may not be a "Satisfaction" redux, but it is appealing. Do DIY tooth polishers really work?

By Robynne Boyd

You may have seen DIY dental kits for sale online and wondered if you could save a few visits (and bucks) at the dentist. But these can do costly damage to your teeth.

By Sarah Winkler

Dry mouth isn't just an annoyance; it's actually a common -- and dangerous -- health problem. It has a variety of causes, but does Biotène make an adequate cure?

By Stephanie Watson

What society considers beautiful has a tendency to shift over time. But that doesn't stop our pursuit of beauty, which tends to be subject to the whims of trendsetters.

By Molly Edmonds

Impacted wisdom teeth can be quite painful, but there are simple steps you can take to stop the pain. Read the article below to learn how to stop wisdom tooth pain.

By HowStuffWorks.com Contributors

For several decades, fluoride has been added to water in efforts to prevent tooth decay. However, many are rethinking the safety and success of such measures. Learn about the pros and cons of water fluoridation.

By the editors of PureHealthMD

In the history of humankind, body odor has been both a smell used to remember a loved one and a turn-off in social circles. What causes our bodies to smell the way they do?

By Michael Franco

If your breath might not be compared to a summer's day, don't fret. From soda to sinus infections, bad breath has many causes -- and many cures.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd. & Laurie L. Dove

What's more uncomfortable than having a conversation with a close talker? Having a conversation with a close talker who's sorely in need of a breath mint. Bad breath happens to good people, but why?

By Cristen Conger

Fluoridated water helps strengthen our teeth. But are we getting too much of a good thing? Some European countries have banned fluoride in drinking water.

By Julia Layton

Even though bald celebrities like Bruce Willis have achieved sex symbol status, many of the 40 million American men and women going bald aren't content with losing their hair. So what can they do about it?

By Stephanie Watson

The best way to avoid foot trouble is to use preventive care. If you learn a few simple ways to exercise, stretch, and protect your feet with carefully chosen footwear, your feet will hold up for a lifetime. Learn more foot care tips in this article.

By Michael King