The practice of
dentistry and the products we use on our teeth have
a long and interesting history. Learn all about dentistry's roots
and much more by exploring the links below.
The Invention of the Toothbrush
Can you believe toothbrushes started out as toothpicks and chewing
sticks made from twigs or bone with animal hair bristles? It's
true! We now have a wide variety of colorful toothbrushes to choose
from, but it wasn't always this way. Learn more!
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The History of Dental Floss
Floss has been used to remove food from between teeth long before people
realized the oral health benefits of doing so. What started out
as more of a toothpick has made quite a transformation over
the years. Learn more!
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The Origin of Toothpaste
Early Egyptians, Chinese, Greek and Roman writings describe different
mixtures of toothpastes and powders used to clean teeth. Typical
ingredients included crushed bone, ox hooves' ashes, burnt egg, oyster
shells, powdered fruit, honey and dried flowers. Today's
options not only feature more effective ingredients, they
taste better, too! Learn more!
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The History of Dentistry
Dentistry sure has come a long way! It has evolved over the
past 125 years to become the state-of-the-art practice we know
today. Learn more! |