We asked dentists about the most effective ways to whiten teeth at home, and they shared their top picks for toothpastes, mouthwashes, pens, strips and kits.

Eating candy is a fun indulgence, but having a dentist drill holes in your teeth is a recipe for pain. Unfortunately, eating a lot of sweets may be an express ticket to the dentist’s chair, because ...

No, there is no evidence to support that coconut oil can whiten teeth. Still, it can make them appear brighter after application, albeit temporarily. And swishing coconut oil in your mouth (a.k.a. oil ...

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