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Toothpaste isn’t just for your chompers anymore. As it turns out, this medicine cabinet staple is good for much more than preventing cavities, freshening breath, and shining up those pearly whites.

I've dealt with sensitive teeth for much of my adult life, but I can usually keep my tooth pain under control by using a toothpaste that's designed for sensitive teeth for a few weeks. These specialty ...

Roshini Raj, MD, is Health's former magazine's medical editor and coauthor of What the Yuck?!. Board-certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine, Dr. Raj is a Clinical Associate Professor of ...

The most common toothpaste ingredient is fluoride, which protects against cavities. Choose a toothpaste with calcium carbonate or hydrogen peroxide if you want to whiten your teeth. Avoid toothpaste ...

Whitening toothpastes can lighten stains and brighten teeth over time. While they may not be as fast or effective as other options, such as whitening strips or professional dental treatments, ...

At-home teeth whitening kits or toothpastes are great for getting a whiter smile at home without the costs of in-office treatments. However, it's important to remain realistic about what you can ...

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Many toothpastes contain fluoride as it has benefits for protecting tooth health. Too much fluoride can pose risks to health, but the amount of fluoride in toothpaste is generally safe if a person ...

For as long as I can remember, I have bought into the gospel of fluoride, believing that my teeth would surely rot out of my head without its protection. So it felt a little bit illicit, recently, ...

Scientists have developed a new toothpaste that shows potential to prevent severe allergic reactions in adults with peanut allergies. An early-stage clinical trial tested whether 32 adults with peanut ...

The Unexpected Link Between Oral Care and Acne Brushing your teeth is one of the most consistent habits in daily life, often ...