While that minty burn sure seems like it's working, oral hygiene experts explain why that's not what you want in your rinse.

“Salt water works because it creates an environment in the mouth that bacteria struggle to survive in,” Dr Kurchak explained.

A dentist says a simple kitchen cupboard remedy that costs less than a penny per use can be an effective addition to oral ...

Florida and Utah have banned fluoridation, with multiple other states looking to do the same. Critics of fluoride in drinking ...

Gargling with salt water is a traditional home remedy that is still a popular choice for managing minor winter ailments.

Rock salt, or sodium chloride, is widely used to prevent ice and reduce winter driving accidents, but scientists warn that its excessive application is causing environmental damage and contaminating ...

Brush your teeth at least twice a day using a soft-bristled brush and proper technique. Clean between your teeth daily with dental floss or a water flosser. Rinse your mouth with salt water by mixing ...

TO MAKE IT HAPPEN. AND NOT EVERYONE HERE HAS SIGNED OFF. IF YOU DRINK WATER IN MERRIMACK, THERE’S A CHANCE IT’S HIGH IN SALT GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION BY ROAD SALT AFFECTS THE ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC ...

In many areas of the world, including California, the demand for freshwater exceeds supply, and the effects of climate change are exacerbating the issue. More frequent and longer periods of drought ...