Avoid sun and heat. Plastics can degrade faster when exposed to ultraviolet light and high temperatures, Dr. Mohanty said. So ...

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While essential for oral hygiene, everyday dental practices inadvertently contribute to microplastic pollution. Toothpastes, floss, fillings, and appliances release plastic particles into wastewater, ...

Maybe it’s something in the water, but oral care brands overseas continue to roll out impressive ad campaigns. Last week, it was Colgate India showing how overused toothbrushes look like blooming ...