“My philosophy on flossing is the same as mine on exercise: What matters most is that you do it,” Kim said. “Whether my patients want to floss before brushing, after brushing, in the middle or ...

Flossing at least once a week may lower the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation, according to preliminary results from a ...

Cardiovascular disease (CVD), including stroke, remains the leading cause of death worldwide. While diet and exercise are ...

Flossing regularly may lower the risk of some strokes as well as a type of irregular heart rhythm that can increase stroke ...

“My philosophy on flossing is the same as mine on exercise: What matters most is that you do it,” Kim said. “Whether my patients want to floss before brushing, after brushing, in the middle ...

Poor oral health could be a potential risk factor for cardiovascular disease. New research shows that good oral health habits, such as flossing, may reduce the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation ...

Regular flossing may do more than just protect your teeth—it could lower your risk of stroke atrial fibrillation and heart disease Discover how oral health impacts cardiovascular wellness ...

Flossing protects your brain, as well as your gums, a new study suggests. People who floss their teeth at least once a week are reducing their risk of stroke caused by a blood clot, researchers ...

Flossing at least once a week can reduce stroke risk caused by blood clots Regular flossing lowers the risk of an irregular heartbeat Flossing may reduce inflammation and artery hardening ...

Regular dental flossing is linked to a lower risk for ischemic stroke, primarily by reducing systemic inflammation, which can lead to atrial fibrillation (AF) increasing the likelihood of a ...

Four elements are the basis of good oral hygiene: brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing once a day, eating a healthy diet, and seeing a dentist regularly, said Dr. Matthew ...