Plaque buildup is one of the most common dental problems people face today. It starts as a soft and sticky film that forms on the teeth when bacteria mix with food particles and saliva. If plaque is ...

Doctors, public-health experts and dental leaders are calling for oral health to be treated as part of overall health. Their message is clear: healthier teeth and gums matter beyo ...

Waterpik and flossing both reach plaque-brushing misses. Waterpiks can benefit people with braces or arthritis, but floss offers traditional thoroughness.