Three cheers for The New York Times @NYTimes, which yesterday featured a letter to the Editor by Stephen Gross, New York (shown, right) that offers a succinct response to the newspaper's recent article “Feeling Guilty About Not Flossing? Maybe There’s No... CONTINUE READING
Here at thedailyfloss.com we're in disbelief at the lack of love for our namesake in the latest recommendations for daily health as prescribed in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. A report from NPR.org yesterday allowed experts on both sides of the discussion to weigh in on the fact that... CONTINUE READING
"Does it really matter if I floss?" ranks up there with "How much can one soda a day really hurt me?" and "Is choosing a doughnut for breakfast each day really going to tip the scale?" in terms of questions to ponder. While the answers to these burning queries probably won't... CONTINUE READING
Nearly one-third of American adults never floss, according to a recent study. Author Dr. Duong Nguyen, an epidemic intelligence service officer at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suggested to CNN.com that one reason for the lack of flossing may be a lack of knowledge. "I... CONTINUE READING
By Kelsi Matylewicz/Social Media Intern, Benco Dental Most people have experienced a time when flossing is the only answer. Not only does this time-tested process relieve that annoying food-stuck-in-you-teeth feeling, but it also helps support your immune system's battle with plaque. The Joy of... CONTINUE READING
A glance at flossing by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry @TheAACD may elicit a laugh, but only because it's not far from the truth. Their disproportionate pie chart suggests that more people are more likely to admit their age or weight than... CONTINUE READING
CAPTION: Frosting-flavored dental floss might not be every dentist's recommendation, but if it inspires a daily routine, so be it. TheDailyFloss. It's the name of our blog, after all. We're pleased when others agree. Women's health experts weigh in this week with nine easy and painless... CONTINUE READING