How Have Dentures Changed Over the Years?

You’ve probably heard about George Washington’s wooden teeth, but it might surprise you to learn that they weren’t made of wood. Instead, they were made of hippopotamus ivory and human and animal teeth that were held together using wire. This wasn’t the earliest form of dentures. Instead, researchers have found evidence of ancient civilizations trying their hands at tooth replacement. Here’s how early dental prosthetics have paved the way for today’s dentures.

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