The Advanced Dental Care of Ancient China
Rudimentary dental extractions were performed in China as early as 6,000 BC.
Rudimentary dental extractions were performed in China as early as 6,000 BC.
Mouth-breathing can cause all kinds of short-term issues.
There was something rotten in the state of England during the Early Modern Era: everyone’s sweet tooth!
Two out of every five kids will end up with one or more cavities by their eleventh birthday.
When we picture people of earlier eras, particularly pre-industrial ones, we tend to assume that they must have had really bad teeth.
In the middle ages, the English didn’t understand much about cavities or gum disease, but they did put a huge emphasis on having fresh breath.
Around 1 in 5 children with a snoring habit get it from sleep apnea.
Throughout history, different cultures have come up with some pretty unusual solutions for dental health problems.
We all know how important daily brushing and flossing are to a growing child’s smile.