Do These Trendy Dental Gadgets Actually Make Your Teeth Whiter and Healthier?
Photo credit: Prostock-Studio - Getty ImagesKeeping your mouth in tip-top shape isn’t just about polishing your smile—practicing good oral hygiene might also lower your risk of serious health conditions. Advanced gum disease, for example, is linked to stroke, cardiovascular disease, and pneumonia.We can’t take shortcuts on the basics, like brushing teeth twice a day and seeing a dentist regularly, says Ruchi Sahota, D.D.S., a family dentist and a consumer adviser for the American Dental Association (ADA).Still, plenty of products claim to keep teeth healthy with less effort. Which ones work, and which are just mouthing off?Flossing DevicesWhat they are: Interdental cleaners that shoot water or mouthwash between teeth, like floss without the string.What we know: Cleaning between teeth at least once a day is crucial for preventing...
