The goal of brushing one's teeth is to have fresh breath and prevent cavities. But the effect of toothpaste on the complex ecosystem of bacteria in our mouths—the oral microbiome—is often overlooked.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a warning letter, but not a recall, after microorganisms were found in water samples and finished toothpaste products. By Johnny Diaz An inspection of a ...

Our expert staff answers frequently asked questions in their areas of expertise and defines common terms so you can be a smarter shopper. Read more here. As someone who writes about the best ...

Natural and herbal toothpastes containing ingredients such as neem, clove, miswak or aloe vera have become increasingly ...

Oral care has gone in for a deep cleaning. The category, once primarily about cleaning teeth and freshening breath, has taken some twists and turns over the past few years. With an emphasis on ...

The unmistakable shift in consumer sentiment toward all things natural is percolating to OTC shelves. Savvy drug stores should thoughtfully curate product offerings to reflect this desire among ...