The wide world of teeth -- Who else has teeth? -- Tools for survival -- Toothy adaptations -- Pet teeth facts and other animals -- Clues to the past -- Hello, teeth! -- Animals our teeth depend on -- Primary and permanent teeth -- Goodbye, tooth! -- Keep 'em clean -- Eat smart, drink smart -- Plaque attack! -- What happens during a dental exam? -- Tools of the trade -- Brace for it -- Tooth or scare -- Stories teeth tell -- Other things with teeth -- Spotlights on teeth.
Summary:
PERSONAL & SOCIAL ISSUES: BODY & HEALTH (CHILDREN'S / TEENAGE). Discover a world of mystery, history, and lore inside your mouth. Yes, we're talking about teeth! In Open Wide, you'll find out everything you need to know about your teeth. No matter what you call them, pearly whites, chompers, canines, or tooth fairy bait, teeth play a vital part in your life and have an interesting past. In Open Wide, you'll find out everything you need to know about your teeth from what ancient civilizations believed about teeth and how scientists use teeth to learn about past societies and solve investigations in the present. With helpful diagrams and tips, you'll learn how to keep your smile happy and healthy and how to keep your pet's teeth clean and pristine. What's in store for our teeth in the future? Read Open Wide to find out. Ages 7+
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