dentistry, n.Trivia

Dentistry is potentially the oldest profession in the world, as teeth from as far back as 14,000 years ago show signs of deliberate treatment manipulation.

Flossing covers about 40% of your tooth surfaces

Ancient Egyptians used to put dead mice into the mouths of people to treat toothaches.

Toothbrushes were made from pig and badger hair when first mass produced in the 19th century.

Orthodontics is from the Greek for “correct teeth.”