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If there\u2019s one thing the internet is good for, it\u2019s finding fun facts about almost any topic imaginable! Curious minds are like a kid in a candy store, except the candy is nuggets of information that may or may not be relevant to the everyday. These five facts will hit close to home at least \u2013 after all, they\u2019re about your teeth<\/a>. To learn more about the pearly whites that make up your smile, keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Teeth Are Like Fingerprints<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With how popular crime shows and podcasts have gotten, you probably know that fingerprints can sometimes be used to identify a victim or criminal. \u201cNo two fingerprints are alike!\u201d as the saying goes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The same is true for your teeth. In fact, pearly whites can sometimes be a more reliable identifier, since they\u2019re more resilient than a fingerprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like An Onion, They\u2019ve Got Layers!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s right, there\u2019s more to your tooth than what you see on the surface. If you give it a tap, what you\u2019re touching is known as \u201cenamel.\u201d Underneath that is another, softer material called \u201cdentin.\u201d And passed the dentin is a squishy center where the nerves are housed, otherwise known as the \u201cpulp!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enamel is Strong Stuff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of enamel, did you know that it\u2019s actually the hardest substance in the human body? Unfortunately, this doesn\u2019t make it indestructible. Cavity-causing bacteria can erode this layer, for example, putting you more at risk for other oral infections. That\u2019s why dentists emphasize taking the time to brush and floss your pearly whites!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You Make Lots of Spit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

10,000 gallons over a lifetime, to be precise! That means the average person makes about one quart of saliva every day. It\u2019s easy to think of spit as something gross (because it is gross), but it plays a vital role in keeping your teeth healthy. It provides essential moisture, neutralizes acids, and even helps clean your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not Everyone Develops Wisdom Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having your wisdom teeth taken out is almost like a right of passage. Most people experience this as teenagers or young adults, but some actually don\u2019t experience it at all. For one reason or another, these lucky few simply don\u2019t have wisdom teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do you feel smarter? These five dental facts are certainly entertaining but also explain certain aspects of your oral health. If you\u2019d like to know more about your pearly whites, ask your dentist so you can take the best possible care of your smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Alan R. DeAngelo<\/a> is a highly educated and skilled dentist. He received his dental degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry, and has been an instructor for general biology, comparative anatomy, ichthyology, Lake Michigan biology, and vertebrate physiology. Basically, he loves to learn! Dentistry is an ever-evolving field, which keeps his curiosity busy and his mind sharp. If you liked the fun dental facts in this post and would like more \u2013 or are simply looking for a reliable dentist \u2013 visit Dr. DeAngelo\u2019s office in Homer Glen! To reach out<\/a>, call 708-854-5912.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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