Dental History!

Overview

Pop Quiz: Dental History!

Question 1

The American Dental Association promotes good dental practices. When was it founded?

Choices

1799, 1859, 1893, or 1926

Conclusion

The ADA began in August, 1859 at Niagara Falls, New York. Today, you'll find the ADA Seal of Acceptance on all sorts of mouth-care products.

Question 2

OK, now for question two. When did the nylon bristle toothbrush make its debut?

Choices

1938, 1948, 1955 or 1962

Conclusion

The nylon bristle toothbrush was introduced in 1938 by DuPont. It was called "Doctor West's Miracle Toothbrush."

Question 3

And finally, true or false: President George Washington wore wooden dentures.

Conclusion

False! This is a myth. George Washington never had wooden teeth. He had dentures made from many materials, including ivory, gold, lead and human teeth, but no wood was used. Surprised?

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