Dental practises vary widely across world influenced by culture,local resources,religion.Here’s the quick overview of some interesting practices involved in oral hygiene.
• Oil pulling-India
• Miswak sticks-Middle East, Africa, parts of Asia
• Herbal tooth powders- India,Thailand,Mexico
• Neem Stick- India
• Charcoal- Japan, Africa,South East Asia.
• Animal bones-In ancient culture as primitive toothbrushes.
• Green tea mouth rinsing-Japan
• Salt and Ash- Traditional Africa and South America
Are you aware of any other unique dental habits in your family or region ?
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