Regular flossing may do more than just improve dental hygiene — it could also help substantially reduce the risk of stroke, according to new research. A study presented Wednesday at the 2025 ...

You might want to grab your floss — your heart and brain could depend on it. April is National Oral Health Month, and Bryce Wylde — one of Canada’s leading alternative health experts — says clinical ...

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.

Discover how oral health impacts heart disease, diabetes, and more. Learn daily dental care habits to protect your smile and ...

The mouth is a gateway to the entire body. When you don’t take care of your oral hygiene, the consequences go far beyond a ...

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — A recent study has revealed a significant connection between regular flossing and a reduced risk of atrial fibrillation, commonly known as AFib, which is the most ...

Diligent teeth brushing only removes about 60% of the plaque. That’s why the American Dental Association (ADA) suggests flossing daily. Flossing helps you reach the remaining 40% of your teeth ...

Regular Dental Flossing May Lower Risk of Stroke from Blood Clots, Irregular Heartbeats Jan. 30, 2025 — People who regularly floss their teeth (one or more times per week) may lower their risk ...

We all know that when it comes to hygiene, flossing can feel like a chore. But by flossing, you remove plaque, which in turn prevents bacterial changes that lead to gum disease. Many of the ...

with one study suggesting flossing weekly appeared to lower the risk of an ischemic stroke by over a fifth. Similarly, a review of studies into oral health and chronic disease published in 2019 ...