Visits to the dentist are not usually pleasant, unless your dentist uses laser technology, dental treatment can be a miserable experience. At least, nowadays, dental clinics have relaxing music playing in the background, soothing art on the walls, friendly PR and enough light to make sure that the dentist doesn’t pull the wrong tooth. Here’s how cavemen protected their smile.
– According to scientists, a 13000-year-old tooth was discovered in Italy, proving that cavemen practised some kind of dentistry.
– Judging from the tar, plant fibers and hair that was found in the tooth, the caveman was using rather uncomfortable methods of teeth treatment.
– There was no electricity, meaning the fear of the dentist digging into or pulling the wrong tooth was much greater than today.
Nowadays, dentists can offer painless treatment, meaning you can go for more checkups!
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