ADA-approved toothpastes must contain fluoride and be free of sugar. Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) acts as a detergent and creates foam. Three types of fluoride: stannous, sodium, and sodium monofluorophosphate
Sensodyne is a toothpaste brand for sensitive teeth. Products contain potassium nitrate or strontium acetate/chloride. Some products include calcium sodium phosphosilicate (Novamin)
Dental hygienists must have associate's or bachelor's degree from accredited school. Programs include general education and dental hygiene-specific courses. Graduates must pass written and clinical board exams
Dentistry is the medical branch focusing on teeth, gums, and mouth. Earliest evidence dates from 7000 BC to 5500 BC. Term "dentistry" comes from French "dentiste" meaning tooth
Wisdom teeth are the most posterior molars in human dentition. Erupt between ages 17-25, with variable age of eruption. Maxillary teeth have triangular crowns, mandibular teeth are smallest. Root development continues up to three years after eruption
First dentists were barbers in China and France. Ambroise Paré established barber surgeons' status in France. Pierre Fauchard published first scientific dentistry textbook in 1728. First dental school established in 1840s. First dental X-ray discovered by Wilhelm Röntgen in 1895