February is Children's Dental Health Month

Here are some fun facts the kids will enjoy! Every person has a tongue print. A crocidile cannot stick its tongue out. The first toothbrushes are from China in 1498
and were made from hog, horse and badger bristles. Nylon bristled brushes were made 1938. Elephants grind through 6 sets of teeth in their life. Most tooth loss happens in people under age 35 from athletic events, accidents and fights. After age 35 gum disease is the number one cause of tooth loss.
Here are a couple fun facts for the adults - A passionate kiss burns 6.4 calories per minute. By age 60, most people have lost half of their taste buds.