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Dental Technology: The Past, Present & Future

December 4, 2014 By Jamie

The first nylon bristle toothbrush was put on the market less than 80 years ago. That means people were driving cars before they were using an effective toothbrush. The horror! … [Read more...]

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Why We’re Thankful for Modern Toothpaste

November 28, 2013 By Jamie

The next time you’re enjoying the minty-fresh feeling in your mouth, consider that toothpaste wasn't always so tasty. For hundreds of years, civilizations have been perfecting toothpaste formulas to see what works and tastes best. The first known toothpaste recipe originated … [Read more...]

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The History of Dentistry

June 18, 2013 By Jamie

It is hard to imagine a time when there were no dentists to take care of that painful cavity or fix that chipped tooth. These days, we take for granted the ease of which we can reduce our suffering from painful problems. In 7000 BC, when the first traces of dentistry were … [Read more...]

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