Billions of toothbrushes are discarded every year. How can we brush our teeth in a more environmentally friendly way?

Soft bristles are gentle on the gums and teeth, making them the best option for braces. Hard bristles can damage the wires and brackets, leading to discomfort and prolonging treatment time.

The health of your teeth and gums, and oral health in general, is more important than you might think. Decades of research ...

Practising good oral health – caring for both teeth and gums – can avoid painful and expensive treatment later on ...

There are many steps to oral care that are important for the health of everyone’s mouths. However, an often neglected step ...

Caroline Igo (she/her/hers) is a wellness editor and holds Sleep Science Coach and Stress Management certificates from the Spencer Institute. She received her bachelor's degree in creative writing ...

The W-shaped bristle design performs well around hard-to-reach areas, and there’s a silicone cross in the centre of the brush head to help polish the teeth and massage gums – all our testers ...