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You see them and use them every single day, but when was the last time you actually thought about your teeth? Probably when you needed to visit the dentist<\/a>! Beyond letting you eat your favorite foods, smile at loved ones, and speak your mind, teeth are endlessly fascinating.<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Like a Fingerprint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Among the billions of people on the planet, there are no matching sets of fingerprints (this includes identical twins!). The shape of your teeth is just as unique, with a one-of-a-kind combination of size and ridges. While this is often used in forensics, it\u2019s better to think of it as a reason to take care of your smile because it\u2019s truly the only version that exists!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So Much Brushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A day has 1,440 minutes (discounting leap year shenanigans), and the American Dental Association recommends that everyone brush their teeth for about two minutes twice a day. Altogether, that adds up to 1,460 minutes, meaning (ideally) you spend more than a day just brushing each year! While that sounds like a lot, those few minutes can save you from cavities, tooth loss, and extra trips to the dentist, so they\u2019re certainly worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your Teeth Are ALIVE\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2026sort of.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ever wonder why your teeth are these hard, bony structures, but you can feel them? This is especially apparent if you have temperature sensitivity. The teeth are actually composed of three distinct layers. You probably know about the hard enamel on the outside, and below that is a yellowish substance called dentin. Within that is the pulp, which includes blood vessels and a nerve. When someone has a toothache or a sudden twinge because of hot or cold food, it\u2019s because that nerve has become injured, infected, or overstimulated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to help with this, ranging from using certain toothpastes to repairing any damage directly<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Unsung Hero<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you go to the dentist, your teeth probably get most of the attention, and your gums may be part of the conversation as well. But one of the most important factors when it comes to keeping your teeth strong and cavity-free is your saliva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body produces about two to four pints a day (don\u2019t think about it), and it\u2019s constantly working for you. It washes away excess food particles, keeps oral bacteria balanced, and makes important functions like eating and speaking possible. Basically, it\u2019s way more than just \u201cspit\u201d!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Led by the husband-and-wife team of <\/em>Dr. Eric Parsons and Dr. Krysten Jackson<\/a>,<\/em> El Reno Family Dentistry makes it possible to enjoy the highest standards of care and service right here at home. With us, you\u2019ll not only learn interesting facts about your smile, but have an entire team of experts ready to protect, repair, and enhance<\/em> it<\/em> for years to come. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is it time for your next checkup and cleaning? Need to bring the kids in before things get busy during the holidays? We have you covered<\/em>\u2014just call (<\/em>405<\/em>) <\/em>262<\/em>–<\/em>6737<\/em> or <\/em>click here<\/a> to get scheduled with us. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You see them and use them every single day, but when was the last time you actually thought about your teeth? Probably when you needed to visit the dentist! Beyond letting you eat your favorite foods, smile at loved ones, and speak your mind, teeth are endlessly fascinating.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-818","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nInteresting Tooth Facts | El Reno Family Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What do you know about your teeth? 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