Teeth

IN 1948 IN CHINA, THE FIRST TOOTHBRUSH WITH BRISTLES WAS MADE BY USING HAIR FROM HORSES, HOGS, AND BADGERS.
Following the WWII, more people were inclined to commercial products. Therefore, toothbrushes were widely promoted.

THE FIRST OFFICIAL TOOTHBRUSH COMMERCIAL WAS MADE IN 1938
Are you wondering what people used to buy before 1938?

The first toothpaste was introduced in 1908, which is 30 years earlier than the tooth brush. Another shocking factor, it took them 17 years to develop the first toothpaste.

Teeth Our teeth are amazing and unique. There’s always something new to discover and explore.

THREE OUT OF EVERY FOUR AMERICANS HAVE SOME FORM OF PERIODONTAL GUM DISEASE
This means that 75% of the population in the US has some form of gum irritation, bleeding or deposit buildup. Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss for people older than 35. But the good news is that gum disease can be prevented and can be controlled.

DID YOU KNOW THAT 59% OF PEOPLE WOULD RATHER HAVE A DENTAL APPOINTMENT INSTEAD OF SITTING NEXT TO A PERSON THAT’S TALKING ON A CELL PHONE?
Sitting next to a person that’s talking on a phone could be so annoying especially if the person is in public since they tend to be louder. Many people prefer the dental visit over this inconvenience.

CONTRARY TO BELIEF, DO NOT PLACE A CAP ON YOUR TOOTHBRUSH.
It is actually causing bacteria to accumulate and fester within the moist environment. This could lead to potential problems for your teeth. In fact, if you are using a mouthwash, it may be a good practice to rinse the bristles of the toothbrush with the mouthwash every now and then

4. AIRBORNE PARTICLES FROM TOILET FLUSHING CAN ACTUALLY MAKE THEIR WAY TO YOUR TOOTHBRUSH BRISTLES!
Keep your toothbrushes in a drawer, or at least 6 feet from the toilet. Always replace your toothbrush every 3 months.

3. ON AVERAGE, A PERSON SPENDS ONLY ABOUT 48 SECONDS PER DAY BRUSHING THEIR TEETH.
Yes, it may feel that you are spending like an hour every time that you brush. But recent research has shown that the time you spend brushing your teeth is only 48 seconds. Dentists recommend to spend at least 2 minutes to achieve clean mouth.

2. OVER 300 DIFFERENT SPECIES OF BACTERIA ARE FOUND IN PLAQUE.
These are average numbers. You may have more, remember to brush, floss and use mouthwash to kill them!

1. MOST OF US BELIEVE THAT BONES ARE THE HARDEST SUBSTANCE IN THE HUMAN BODY, BUT ACTUALLY, ITS OUR TOOTH ENAMEL!
Teeth are made of three layers: enamel, dentine and nerves. The outer layer is the enamel and enamel is mainly made of minerals. In fact, almost 96 % of the enamel is minerals and yes, its harder than bone but don’t test it on bottle caps- it can be damaged by metal or glass.

Your teeth are amazing and unique. There’s always something new to discover and explore.

Teeth are the hardest substance in our human body. Unlike bone, teeth do not grow back when lost. Therefore, make sure you do your best to keep them healthy and in a good shape.

In this article you will find the top 25 shocking facts about teeth you probably didn’t know.