Here are some facts about teeth:
Tooth enamel: Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, even harder than bone.
Teeth can't heal: Teeth are the only part of the body that can't repair themselves.
Teeth start developing before birth: Both baby and permanent teeth start developing before birth.
Number of teeth: Humans have two sets of teeth in their lifetime, with 20 baby teeth and 32 adult teeth.
Wisdom teeth: Some people have an extra set of molars called wisdom teeth, which develop later in adolescence.
Saliva: The body produces about a quart of saliva every day, which is enough to fill two swimming pools over a lifetime.
Chewing: Chewing is a natural reflex that's based on which hand is dominant.
Incisors: The primary function of incisors is to cut and tear food.
Toothbrushes: Dentists recommend brushing your teeth for at least two minutes. You should also replace your toothbrush every three months.
Cavities: Cavities are the second-most common disease in the United States.
Dentistry: The earliest known dentist was Hesi-Ren, an Egyptian who lived thousands of years ago.
False teeth: Alexis Duchâteau invented false teeth in 1774 from porcelain and animal bone.