National Dentist Day 2024: 11 Fun Dental Facts You Need to Know

National Dentist Day 2024: National Dentist’s Day is celebrated every year on March 6. It was established as a way to show appreciation and thanks to dentists. It also encourages people who may have avoided going to the dentist to come in for a checkup. Also, the day aims to bring awareness to dentistry so that people will know more about how to care for their teeth.

On the occasion of this special day, let's delve into the lighter side of dentistry with ‘11 Fun Dental Facts You Need to Know.’ Join us as we explore the lighter side of oral care, from fascinating historical anecdotes to surprising trivia, as we take you on a journey through the fascinating world of dentistry.

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11 Interesting Facts About National Dentist Day 2024

• The first recorded dentist lived in 3000 BC.
• Did you know that dentists ranked number one for top jobs in 2015?
• Dentists recommend that a toothbrush be kept at least 6 feet away from a toilet to avoid airborne particles resulting from the flush.
• There’ll be 10,400 new dentists by 2028.
• The University of Maryland School of Dentistry is the world’s first dental college. It was established in 1840 by Drs. Horace H. Hayden and Chapin A. Harris.
• 80% of dentists practice general dentistry. However, only around 20% of dentists have a speciality that is recognized by the ADA.
• The average American spends 38.5 total days brushing their teeth over a lifetime.
• The most valuable tooth belonged to Sir Isaac Newton. In 1816, one of his teeth was sold in London for $3,633, or, in today's terms, $35,700. The tooth was set in a ring!
• In 1866, Lucy Beaman Hobbs became the first licensed female dentist.
• Your teeth are as unique as your fingerprints!
• Your smile is the first facial feature noticed by half of the people you come into contact with daily.

On National Dentist Day 2024, let's take a moment to appreciate the incredible work of dentists worldwide. Let's not only celebrate the amusing and quirky aspects of dentistry but also express our gratitude to the dental professionals who play a crucial role in maintaining our smiles and overall well-being. Cheers to healthy teeth, radiant smiles, and the dental heroes who make it all possible!

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