Time to brush up on your nightly routine. A TikTok doc says there’s one vital step you’re likely skipping every night from your hygiene routine — and it could make a huge difference in your overall health. “Guys, I’m going to give you one mind-blowing health tip that can not only have a profound impact … Read more
A dentist has gone viral on TikTok after sharing the circumstances in which you should skip brushing your teeth — at least for awhile. Dr. Shaadi Manouchehri, clinical director at Smart Dental Aesthetics and director at the London School of Facial Esthetics in England, sparked online conversations after she shocked viewers by saying you should not scrub … Read more
This one’s a brush job. After years of being told to spit and rinse, Americans are now being told merely to spit, as dental experts pour water on the notion of swish-swishing after attending to our pearly whites. Brittany Seymour, a rep for the American Dental Association and a Harvard School of Dental Medicine professor, … Read more
Before filming started on “Scoop,” a Netflix feature about Prince Andrew’s notoriously misjudged 2019 interview on the BBC, the actor Rufus Sewell, who stars as the disgraced royal, turned up on set to shoot a few photographs that would appear in the background. Loaded with makeup and prosthetics, including false teeth and a feathery wig, … Read more
Middle schoolers used to fight tooth and nail to remove their braces — metal fixtures synonymous with the gangly awkwardness of tweenage-hood. Now, despite the clunky metal inspiring Invisalign innovation, the once-dreaded dental work is a sought-after ornamentation. “I get around 15 to 20 direct messages from people a day, asking me where they can … Read more
Americans admit to forgetting to brush their teeth five times per week. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 U.S. adults, which also found that it’s not only the toothbrush that’s being forgotten — they also admit to skipping out on the floss and mouthwash four days each week. Despite their forgetful nature, an … Read more
The real source of Dawn’s terror, though, is not familial or theocratic but erotic. Though the song she sings with her hunky boyfriend (Jason Gotay) is a sweet midtempo number called “Modest Is Hottest,” their sublimated lust is barely sub. And when even her gay bestie (Jared Loftin) turns out to have the hots for … Read more
Michael R. Jackson doesn’t have a vagina. He also doesn’t not have one. “While I’m not a teen evangelical with teeth in my vagina,” he said, “spiritually I am.” Jackson’s spectral self-identity was a guiding light as he and the composer Anna K. Jacobs collaborated on “Teeth,” a new musical based on Mitchell Lichtenstein’s 2007 … Read more
So, you’ve given up red wine and coffee yet your teeth are still stained. What gives? The culprit could be lurking elsewhere in your diet, Whitney DiFoggio, a registered dental hygienist, told The Post. “It’s not just the things we think of,” she said, highlighting java, tea and vino. In fact, “anything that can stain … Read more
Carboholics beware: Your favorite foods could be worse for your teeth than dessert. That’s right, those “sticky and bready” fermentable carbohydrates — think: white bread, pasta, chips, cereal and crackers — are wreaking havoc on your pearly whites, Whitney DiFoggio, a registered dental hygienist, told The Post. “The reason why fermentable carbohydrates are so bad for … Read more
This woman wanted a glowing smile — but not literally. A German TikTok user named Krys has gone viral for sharing a video of her modeling her dental implants in a nightclub — where unbeknownst to her they would glow under the blacklight. Since being posted three days ago, her video has over 7 million … Read more
Brace yourselves, parents — some children are receiving crisp $100 bills and fancy jewelry, à la Louis Vuitton, from the Tooth Fairy. “That was her first baby tooth that she lost, and the process was uncomfortable for her, so we decided to give her the extra Tooth Fairy experience,” UK mom Chidera Nig, 32, told … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Masked band Sleep Token is famously protective of their members’ anonymity. Even so, the alt-metal group — who recently scrubbed their social media accounts clean after being doxxed — … Read more
Fans are concerned for Mama June Shannon’s teeth after her veneers appeared to be “rotten” in a recent TikTok. The 44-year-old “Here Comes Honey Boo Boo” reality TV star showed off her chompers while documenting her trying different restaurants in Covington, Georgia, on TikTok. Her white teeth got progressively more stained as she enjoyed ice … Read more
This is not a drill. Dental experts are stressing the importance of keeping your teeth and gums healthy, especially as research suggests that poor oral hygiene is associated with dementia. “The public needs to be more aware of the correlation between oral health and cognitive abilities,” Chia-Shu Lin, a professor in dentistry at National Yang Ming … Read more
Mind the gaps! A UK dentist is warning that unsightly gaps that appear as black triangles near the gum line could indicate oral hygiene concerns. “They can trap food particles and impact oral hygiene and aesthetics, which may warrant dental attention for cosmetic or preventive reasons,” Dr. Abdul Azizi, principal dentist at Harley Private Dental in … Read more
Water you talking about? Drinking water throughout the day is apparently bad for your teeth, according to a dentist. Dr. Ellie Phillips, a dentist based in Austin, Texas, posts educational videos to her TikTok account where she has 219k followers. In one video, which has nearly 14,000 views since being posted two days ago, she … Read more
Bananas are widely known as a source of potassium. Second to the health benefits of the fruit are the delicious recipes in which they act as the main ingredient. But these aren’t the only uses for bananas. Do not rush to throw away the peel of a banana, either, as there are circumstances in which … Read more
Are you in the dark about your vitamin D levels? Experts are shedding light on whether or not you might be lacking an important vitamin when the days get shorter. Vitamin D is important for multiple bodily functions and is most responsible for helping the body absorb calcium, essential for strong and healthy bones, according … Read more
Dentists are finally settling the age-old debate over the best time to brush your teeth after waking up. In the question of before or after breakfast, one smile expert believes brushing post-coffee and food is the best way. “Brushing your teeth after breakfast is considered beneficial for oral health because it helps protect your teeth … Read more