Animals' Teeth: How Do They Stay Healthy Without Toothpaste?

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Animals maintain healthy teeth without toothpaste due to their natural diets and behaviors that promote dental health. The discussion highlights that processed foods, particularly those high in sugar, contribute to dental decay in humans. Additionally, the act of massaging gums and teeth through natural eating habits plays a crucial role in oral health, which is often lost in modern food preparation methods. Understanding these factors can lead to better dental care practices for humans.

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This discussion is beneficial for nutritionists, dental health professionals, and anyone interested in improving their oral hygiene through dietary choices and natural practices.

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I was thinking how animal's teeth does not decay, as they do not brush their teeth...? if brushing is soooo crucial for healthy teeth... Are toothpastes just a whiteners with good smell or ...

How did humanoids had healthy teeth without having toothpastes?

Thanks for your replies. :smile:
 
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I think a large contributing factor is the processed food available to us, especially sugar.

We also don't massage our gums and teeth working at roots and fibers anymore. We cut, cook, mush, and process our food so that it's easy to get to the nutrition and flavor, so we might be cutting a maintenance cycle out of our behavior.
 

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