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History reveals to our understanding, the first bristles were made in the 1900s from the stiff, coarse hairs from the back of a hog's neck.

Eating a cookie with lunch / snacking on a cookie Snacking on a cookie Here’s the truth about sugar and teeth: When you eat and drink makes a difference. It’s better to have a sweet tooth with your meal. It’s when your mouth makes more saliva, which washes away more sugar and bacteria.

Incorrect! Adults usually have 32 teeth, including the four wisdom teeth in the back. Your wisdom teeth don’t come in until you are a teenager or a young adult (the “age of wisdom”). Some people never get them, though. Just means one less dental visit to have them pulled.

Incorrect! Citrus fruits are highly acidic. They can wear down the hard outer covering of your teeth, called enamel. That makes your teeth more vulnerable to decay. This doesn't mean you have to skip your morning OJ, though. Just make sure to brush afterward. Ideally, you should wait 30 minutes after eating or drinking. And limit acidic drinks, such as coffee or lemonade, for the rest of the day. If you have a sugary drink, drink it quickly instead of sipping it all afternoon -- and brush afterward, if you can.

Once a day: Flossing once a day keeps your gums happy and healthy. But if you really want to make them swoon, add a visit to the periodontist to your oral health routine. They’ll love you for it, we promise.