Fun Dental Facts
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Over the course of a lifetime, the average American spends 38.5 days total brushing their teeth.
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73% of Americans would rather go grocery shopping than floss their teeth.
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Adults with post high school degrees have on average 3 more teeth than those without high school diplomas.
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Smokers are three times more likely than non-smokers to lose all of their teeth.
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Employed adults lose more than 164 million hours of work each year due to oral health problems or dental visits.
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Americans spent $2 billion on Halloween candy, enough to fund the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research for six years.
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Americans spend $2 billion a year on dental products toothpaste, mouthwash and dental floss.
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94 percent of Americans brush their teeth nightly; 81 percent brush first thing in the morning.
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In an average lifetime, a person produces 10,000 gallons of saliva.
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An ancient theory blamed the “Toothworm” for toothaches. It was believed to chew the interior of a tooth until it was destroyed!
Dental Health Tips
According to the American Dental Association, you should be doing the following to maintain good oral health:
1. Brush your teeth twice a day
2. Floss daily between your teeth
3. Eat a balanced diet
4. Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months
5. Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings
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