Fun Fact Friday

In honour of National Fresh Breath Day, here is today's fresh fun fact! 

Did you know that...

"The first toothbrushes were mere “chew sticks,” thin frayed twigs used to rub plaque and food residue off and from between teeth. Twisting and rubbing these sticks against their teeth, this was a small advancement from the previous method of using plants, feathers, or anything else to rub and clean the teeth. " (Rackow, 2018)

References: 

Rackow, Emily. (2018, July 30th) 10 Facts You Didn’t Know About Toothbrushes. Retrieved from Wowe Health and earth awareness: https://wowelifestyle.com/blogs/better-living/10-facts-you-didn-t-know-about-toothbrushes 


Published on August 6, 2021