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The Legend of the Tooth Fairy: The Origins of the Tooth-Snatching-Money-Dropping Fairy Mouse
But where did this tooth fairy come from? The answer may surprise you. The Folkloric Origins of the Tooth Fairy Losing teeth is not a new phenomenon. Human beings have been losing their chompers for centuries. And yet, it has mostly been in the 20th and 21st century that kids have known about the mysterious
Signs that Say Your Wisdom Teeth are Coming In
No one really knows the purpose of wisdom teeth. A normal pair of molars are more than enough for us to eat comfortably. The fact that we have wisdom teeth, especially the fact that they come out in a person’s late teens or 20s, has left many people curious. In addition to their unknown purpose,
Gum Disease & The Dangers of Improper Brushing
The average person spends more time thinking about chewing gum than the gums in their mouth! When was the last time you considered your gums when thinking about oral health? If it has been a while, this is your reminder that gum disease can affect anyone. It can lead to long-term health risks and require
5 Teeth Whitening Tips You Can Start Doing Now
In a world where we’re all coffee addicts, tea chasers, and sugar consumers, keeping your teeth healthy and white seems to get harder and harder. As children, we watch out for candy consumption to avoid cavities. As adults, we add sugar, creamer, and whatever new beverage our coffee shop of choice has to offer. Trying
The Oral Irrigator: Sixty Years of History and How It Helps Your Oral Health
The key element for good oral health is good and consistent habits. It’s why smart oral hygiene campaigns start by targeting children when they are in elementary-school age. Forming good habits early goes a long way. Brushing well one day a week won’t do a whole lot. Brushing effectively every day will prove the best
Teeth Health Tips: The Worst Foods for Your Teeth & Cavities
Most people might not think too much about their teeth. That is, of course, until something goes wrong. Then suddenly their chompers/gnashers/fangs/food smashers have their undivided attention. For many, it is not until we feel that pang or sting of pain that we stop and analyze the problem. By the time we feel pain, however,
Deep Digging for Wisdom Teeth: Why We Have Them and Today’s Extractions
A rite of passage. A horror story we all share. The well-known surgery, the swollen cheeks, the proceeding soup and jello eating for several days. For many young adults, the removal of these pesky teeth is simply standard operating procedure. For our ancestors, these large teeth were very valuable assets. In the modern-day, we think
A Bite Out of History: Dentistry During War Time
The battles of today are quite different from battles that happened in the early and mid 20th century. Soldiers today get rotations and come home or leave front lines after a few months. When it came to World War I and World War II, soldiers would be overseas and sometimes near the front lines for
The Facts Behind Coffee And Your Teeth
So, how does coffee affect your pearly whites, and what can you do about it? There’s a lot of debate about what works and what doesn’t. To make it simple, we’ve looked at how coffee can discolor your teeth and how to turn them back to a stunning smile. How Does Coffee Stain My Teeth?
