A new study from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine suggests that flossing just once a week may ...

Whether you’re looking to improve your heart health or broader longevity, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC ...

Is there a silent killer hiding in your mouth? For one in two older Australians, the answer may be yes. Gum disease often is described as silent because it progresses slowly and insidiously, and ...

That’s especially true for adults over the age of 60, according to experts. Factors including receding gums, dry mouth, and ...

Can flossing reduce the risk of heart disease? A doctor has listed the benefits of flossing for heart health in an Instagram ...

A 25-year American Heart Association study links flossing to reduced stroke and heart rhythm risks. Dr. Charlee Goodman says oral care could impact overall health.

Those who reported flossing at baseline had a significantly lower risk of incident stroke 25 years later compared with those who didn’t floss, even after accounting for various potential confounders, ...

While brushing your teeth is a key part of daily hygiene, doctors say adding flossing to your routine can make a significant difference in both oral and overall health. Flossing helps remove ...

You may know that caring for your gut microbiome could help you live longer. But brushing and flossing your teeth is also a potential shortcut to better health.

Experts recommend brushing at least twice a day and flossing once a day to eliminate plaque-forming bacteria that could increase your risk of heart disease and other serious cardiovascular events.

Flossing reduces the risk of cardioembolic stroke (clots from the heart) by 44%. Flossing is linked to a 22% lower risk of ischemic stroke (the most common type caused by blood clots).

Feb. 21—Laura Williamson American Heart Association News Flossing regularly may lower the risk of some strokes as well as a type of irregular heart rhythm that can increase stroke risk, new ...