Allergic to Flossing? It Can Happen, Small Study Finds
Many Canadians like to joke that they are “allergic to flossing,” which is why they never do it. A report earlier this month seemed to … more
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Flossing May Protect Against Cognitive Decline, Research Shows
Good oral health habits like brushing and flossing may prevent cognitive impairment and dementia, according to a new analysis led by researchers at NYU Rory … more
Waterpik® Water Flossers Significantly Improve Oral Health When Used with Oscillating Electric Toothbrush
New Study Proves That Brushing Alone Is Not Enough in Reducing Clinical Signs of Inflammation and Plaque Waterpik®, the number one Water Flosser brand, recently … more
A Toronto Tesla Driver Was Charged With Careless Driving After Using Autopilot to Floss
One Toronto driver was living in the future this week after they were caught driving down a highway in autopilot. However, the OPP have charged the driver … more
People Have No Time For Flossing, A New Survey Reveals
For a lot of people to make flossing a habit that will stick for good might feel like a New Year resolution that starts with … more
ADA Statement on Study Involving Dental Floss
Recent, wide-spread news coverage based upon a recent research study may raise unwarranted concern about the safety of certain types of dental floss. The ADA … more
Dental Flossing, Other Behaviors Linked with Higher Levels of PFAS in Body
A new study suggests certain types of consumer behaviors, including flossing, contribute to elevated levels in the body of toxic PFAS chemicals. PFAS are water- … more
Parents Confess Flossing Is Most Challenging Thing To Get Child To Do
Parenting can sometimes feel like an uphill marathon, particularly when it comes to enforcing proper oral care habits with your child. According to a recent … more
Floss vs Interdental Brushes: Who Wins?
Today, I would like to share my thoughts on the ongoing debate between dental floss and interdental brushes, and what we should be recommending to … more
The (Best Available) Evidence-Based Dentistry – “Go ahead, make my day and don’t floss!”
Well, it’s more accurate to say that an investigative journalist from Associated Press (AP) looked at the evidence about the effectiveness of flossing, and came … more
American Dental Hygienists’ Association Celebrates National Dental Hygiene Month
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and the Wrigley Oral Health Care Program (WOHP) are proudly partnering for the seventh straight year to celebrate the … more
Flossing Is Now Debatable Due To Allergic Reactions In Patients
Dentists have long taught people the benefits of flossing as part of good oral health. A new made in Manitoba study put the practice under … more
Curaden Promotes Interdental Brushes Amid Flossing Debate
A report by American news agency the Associated Press has found that no scientific evidence has proven the effectiveness of flossing. The US Department of Health and … more
Waterpik Flossing Debate: To Floss Or Not To Floss?
Waterpik®, a leader in innovative personal oral health care products for over 50 years, wants Americans to understand that the AP’s announcement this week that … more
Don’t Tell Your Patients To Stop Flossing Yet, CDA Says
There may be sparse evidence in the medical literature that flossing helps prevent cavities and gum disease, but the Canadian Dental Association says that, for … more
Philips Sonicare AirFloss – eat spinach salad in public w/o fear
From Dental Health Hub Imaging Philips, a leading provider of innovative medical devices, has recently introduced its Philips Sonicare AirFloss. The new innovation was revealed at … more