Tough teeth

Tough teeth

Did you know that tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body – even harder than bone? It’s enamel’s job to protect the softer dentine and underlying nerves inside our teeth, which in turn enables us to tear off and chew our food without pain. Tooth enamel will outlast every other part of our bodies, which is why dental records can be used to identify human remains - but unlike our bones, it can’t repair itself when it becomes damaged. That’s why diet and oral hygiene are so important!