They’re considered our best accessory, help us enjoy the foods we love and can be used to brighten someone’s day. With two sets of them during our lives, our teeth are truly amazing. But how much do you really know about your pearly whites?
Fact #1: During your lifetime, you’ll probably spend 38 days brushing your teeth.
Fact #2:Â Speaking of brushing, contemporary toothpaste has been around for nearly a century. What was used before toothpaste was invented? Chalk, lemon juice and charcoal ashes.
Fact #3:Â By brushing each day, you can lower tooth decay risk by 25%.
Fact #4: If you neglect to floss, close to 35% of your tooth’s surface will not get cleaned.
Fact #5:Â Over the course of our lives, we generate enough saliva to fill two swimming pools!
Oh, and one more fact. Brushing, flossing and getting regular preventative dental checkups can keep your smile bright.
