If you know how to clean a toothbrush, you know it isn't time-consuming or costly. But you may be surprised how often you should do it. “I always say, never rush while you brush,” says Roopali ...

You reach for it twice daily and rely on it to keep your oral hygiene in check. Brushing your teeth regularly prevents cavities, gum disease and harmful plaque. But your trusty toothbrush could be ...

You probably brush your teeth every day to keep them clean. You should clean your toothbrush regularly, too. Read on to learn how to disinfect your toothbrush and keep it clean. Your mouth is home to ...

When it comes to good dental hygiene, we all know the basics. Brush your teeth twice a day, keep up with flossing, use a good mouthwash, and maybe even try out a tongue scraper for additional benefits ...

If you’ve ever caught your toddler gnawing on someone else’s toothbrush or watched your family’s brushes all huddled together in the same holder, you’re not alone. Toothbrushes may not look dirty, but ...

Teeth need to be brushed twice a day, and it’s toothbrushes that do the dirty work. Indeed, no matter how diligent you are about brushing, if your toothbrush isn’t up to the task, your oral hygiene ...

When's the last time you replaced your toothbrush? For many people, the answer is "too long ago." "The average person should be swapping out for a new toothbrush every three to four months," Dr. Kevin ...

LONDON (AP) -- Toothbrushes used to be simple, powered only by your hand so they never broke down. Nowadays, rechargeable electric toothbrushes are increasingly popular because they make brushing ...

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Dental hygiene is important to Select readers — our guide to electric toothbrushes has grown increasingly popular since its publication. In general, online search trends for toothbrushes have also ...