Surprising Facts Of Dental History
While regular visits to the dentist aren't always a cause for joy, they're a necessity. They can mean the difference between good dental health and developing infections that can cause a lot to treat. The next time you hesitate to keep a dental appointment or feel bored sitting in the dental chair, recall some of these interesting bits of information about dentistry. They'll help to while away the time. 1. Early Endosseous Implant - A mandible fragment belonging to a Mayan was found in 1931. It dated all the way back to 600 A.D. What's intriguing is that it contained three pieces of tooth-shaped shell in the sockets of several missing lower incisors. This was evidence that the Mayans used early forms of endosseous implants . 2. Hippopotamus Dentures - General George Washington wore dentures made of hippo tusk and human teeth. He began losing his teeth early in life and was compelled to turn to dentures. Rather than having them made of wood, which was common