Did you know the toothbrush was invented by the Chinese in the 15th century?
These first toothbrushes were made of hog bristles. Today, most toothbrushes are made from nylon monofilaments which dry quickly and resist breakage.
Did you know a worn-out toothbrush is dangerous?
Bent bristles can injure soft tissues. Worn, frayed bristles won’t be effective plaque fighters, either.
Did you know soft bristles are generally preferred to hard bristles?
Soft bristles bend easily and clean better below the gum line. Hard bristles can damage teeth and gums.
Did you know two toothbrushes are better than one?
By staggering the use of your toothbrush, you give it a chance to dry out between uses and help it live longer.
Did you know only the tips of the bristles of your brush do all the work?
Do not squash them. Polished, round bristles are easier on teeth and gums than straight-cut, unrounded nylon bristles.
Did you know you should toss your toothbrush after a throat infection?
Research suggests that toothbrushes can give bacteria a second shot at you. It’s a good idea to replace your faithful friend every four to six weeks.
Dr. Angela Burns moved to Austin 10 years ago and instantly fell in love with our beautiful city. Dr. Burns is originally from the Texarkana area. She attended Texas A&M for her undergraduate degree and The University of Tennessee Health Science Center for her degree in dental surgery (DDS). Dr. Burns is committed to providing her patients with gentle, technologically advanced dental treatment. She attends an average of 60 hours of continuing education every year. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Texas Dental Association, and the Capital Area Dental Society. Dr. Burns and her husband, Gary, have an 11-year-old daughter, Sydney, who is a proud 6th grader at Hill Country Middle School. She is also very involved in the Eanes PTO, her church, and loves raising her family in the Westlake community. “Growing up, I was drawn to mediating and helping others feel more included and less anxious. I was a camp counselor, student government officer and being the oldest of five, I was the family mediator. I found that I had a calling to help alleviate stressful situations for others and realized that being a good listener was something that was key to this. These skills really helped guide me into becoming a dentist that has based my practice on relationships, empathy and a sense of comfort. I knew that I wanted to provide an atmosphere that felt like home when others walked in. Our practice is small, personal and state of the art and we hope you feel like you’re hanging out with friends when you are here!” When she is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Burns enjoys traveling, hiking the greenbelt, enjoying Austin’s music scene, and eating Amy’s Ice Cream.
