The word “natural” gets bandied around a lot these days, and can have different definitions depending on whom you ask. In terms of toothpaste, natural varieties are generally formulated without foaming agents like diethanolamine or sodium lauryl sulfate, or artificial colors and sweeteners. Along with ethical and sustainable concerns, there...
Brushing too hard, using floss picks and other mistakes that put the health of your mouth at risk. It’s been ingrained in your mind since you were old enough to wield a toothbrush: spend two minutes brushing your teeth three times a day. You still might even hum a familiar...
First, it's a shoulder ache. Next, it's trouble with your digestion. Then it's a bout of crippling lower back pain. And then it's a string of chronic fatigue. And then, and then, and then… It's natural that as you age, your body goes through changes—and once you pass the big...
If you ask us, few things are more tedious than dental care. While taking off your makeup and slathering on moisturizer (and maybe even a face mask) can feel luxurious and relaxing after a long day, flossing and brushing are more like chores. Just get them done as quickly as...
Your 40s are a great decade. You're feeling more comfortable in your own skin than ever before, you're at the peak of your career, and you're finally taking charge when it comes to your health. Or at least, you should be. During this period of your life, doctors from all...
With ads for Quip lining subway cars and celebrities endorsing other electric models on Instagram (Khloé Kardashian’s Burst comes to mind), there seem to be more options for getting a powerful at-home teeth cleaning than ever before. For the most part, though, dentists we spoke with aren’t impressed by these newcomers and instead still recommend classics,...
