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The History of the Toothbrush

July 25, 2013 By Social Media Collaborative

It is hard to imagine a time when brushing your teeth was not considered an essential part of your morning routine. With all the modern additions to the toothbrush like timers and music, I couldn't even fathom using a stick or not even brushing my teeth at all. Click here to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dental Health for Kids Tagged With: Dental Facts, historic use of pounded hardwood twigs as toothbrushes, History of Dentistry, history of the toothbrush, old toothbrushes, what ancients used to brush their teeth

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