Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You reach for it twice daily and rely on it to keep your oral hygiene in check. Brushing your teeth regularly prevents cavities, ...

Even if you use feng shui principles to organize your home, it’s totally plausible that you overlook the functional setup of your bathroom. After all, the toilet, the tub, and the other fixtures are, ...

I have to take better care of my teeth. That’s the lesson I learned multiple cavities and three crowns later. I was a child who dreaded going to the dentist, and I’ve now advanced into an adult who ...

From staphylococcus to E. Coli, bacteria thrive on your toothbrush. Think about it: Your toothbrush lives near your toilet, which—when you flush with the seat uncovered—sprays particles into the air ...

Staphylococci, coliforms, pseudomonads, yeasts, intestinal bacteria and — yes — even fecal germs may be on your toothbrush, and that’s gross. Appropriate toothbrush storage and care are important to ...

They may be small, but toothbrushes can create mountains of waste. Experts reveal how to clean and care for them and extend their life The best electric toothbrushes, tested The Guardian’s journalism ...

Everyone (well, nearly everyone) would agree that brushing your teeth is a non-negotiable part of a personal hygiene routine, but did you realise it is also important to keep your toothbrush clean?

Here’s a disgusting stat that will ruin your morning routine: more than 60% of toothbrushes are contaminated with faecal matter. Yes, your toothbrush. And no, it’s not because you’re gross, it’s ...

When it comes to cleaning your teeth, the rules are pretty clear-cut: the American Dental Association recommends brushing for two minutes twice a day with fluoride toothpaste —anything less will ...