Facts About Dentists

We often forget how amazing some things are simply because they are easy to access. One example is our dentists; we tend to overlook their importance due to their accessibility. There are several interesting facts about dentists and our teeth. Here are a few facts that people often overlook regarding dentists and dental health.

Dental Implants: Dental implants have existed for many years. A lot has changed since they first appeared in 600 AD. A long time ago, Mayan women had pieces of shell-shaped like teeth placed into their jaws. Luckily, we have much better options today.

Enamel: The enamel on our teeth is the hardest part of our body. It is also more complex than steel. However, it can break more easily than steel.

Brushing Your Teeth: Studies say that one in four adults do not brush their teeth the right way. It is best to brush your teeth for 45 to 70 seconds. Research shows that the average American adult brushes their teeth for about 38.5 seconds.

The Number of Teeth: The number of teeth varies across animals. A typical adult human has 32 teeth. Dogs have 42 teeth, while cats have 30. The Armadillo has 104 teeth. You might think snails do not have teeth, but that isn’t true; they do! Snails have more than 25,000 teeth! This is why they can cause problems for people who grow gardens. They can eat more than the weight of your garden plants when they get the chance.

The First Dentist: Egypt has a long history and is known for being an early civilization. That’s why it makes sense that the first dentist was Egyptian. His name was Hesi-Re, and he lived more than 5,000 years ago. Lucy of Beaman Hobbs was the first female dentist, who started practicing in 1866. It’s also interesting that the first dental hygienist was a woman named Irene Newman, who began her work in 1905.

President George Washington: It was untrue that George Washington had wooden teeth. His dentures were actually made from ivory, gold, and other human teeth. This caused him a lot of discomfort. As you can imagine, dentists were not favored at that time. In George Washington’s era, people often lost their teeth.

Toothpaste: The new type of toothpaste has been around for almost 100 years. A long time ago, people in ancient Greece used coral powder as toothpaste. Others used soft stones, talc, pumice, and even rust from iron.

All in All, There are many fun things to know about dentists and teeth. The facts mentioned in this article interested us. At your next visit to Dr. Bao, we would love to hear the fun trivia you know about dentists and teeth.