Quote from: Malkynn on February 20, 2020, 05:20:40 PMTwig lithttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4436748/https://www.researchgate.net/publication/276103510_Miswak_The_miracle_twigAlso, as I mentioned before, the twig is still used in many parts of the world today, it isn't some relic of the past.I had actually been reading that NIH link earlier today, after a quick Google search following your last post on the subject. Interesting. I did note that one of the studies said something like you need to use the twig 5 times daily to equate to brushing twice with a standard toothbrush. Will still be sticking with my toothbrush twice daily, but interesting nonetheless.
Twig lithttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4436748/https://www.researchgate.net/publication/276103510_Miswak_The_miracle_twigAlso, as I mentioned before, the twig is still used in many parts of the world today, it isn't some relic of the past.
Quote from: Papa bear on February 19, 2020, 07:28:07 PMQuote from: dd564 on February 19, 2020, 10:44:14 AMBrushing teeth became a thing in the U.S. in the early 1900's and was largely pushed to the masses by Pepsodent toothpaste.I brush my teeth, but the needing to replace a toothbrush every 6 months seems absolutely wasteful where 100 years ago, using a twig was sufficient.That said, trying to use that little of toothpaste seems cheap at best and possibly a waste of time and effort at worst.And that kids, is why your grandparents had dentures. And they used boar hair brushes. TF did you come up with that idea of a twig? Sure, 6 months is crazy. But saying that brushing is some sort of new fangled toothpaste conspiracy? That’s nuts. Plus this whole idea of saving $2 a year on a tube of toothpaste In the badassity forum? This is the bullshit that makes the media LOVES to bash on. Yeah, all us FIRE folks are fucking weirdo, toothbrushless, soapless, no spend asshats that deprive ourselves of all modern conveniences just so we can “retire” at 35. Sure. That’s what we are. Throw some face punches at the real spendy people and go find a coupon for some crest. And start bragging on some real savings. Or I’m going to come back with a god damn thread on how I saved $4 this year because I triple wipe with my single ply TP. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkMe, I'm the one who mentioned the twig. I've mentioned it multiple times, it's a very very good cleaning tool for teeth. Why is everyone in this thread so anti-twig?Lol, dude, this thread was very clearly not serious. I'm sure OP seriously doesn't use much toothpaste, but I'm positive that he was sharing in a very light hearted way.
Quote from: dd564 on February 19, 2020, 10:44:14 AMBrushing teeth became a thing in the U.S. in the early 1900's and was largely pushed to the masses by Pepsodent toothpaste.I brush my teeth, but the needing to replace a toothbrush every 6 months seems absolutely wasteful where 100 years ago, using a twig was sufficient.That said, trying to use that little of toothpaste seems cheap at best and possibly a waste of time and effort at worst.And that kids, is why your grandparents had dentures. And they used boar hair brushes. TF did you come up with that idea of a twig? Sure, 6 months is crazy. But saying that brushing is some sort of new fangled toothpaste conspiracy? That’s nuts. Plus this whole idea of saving $2 a year on a tube of toothpaste In the badassity forum? This is the bullshit that makes the media LOVES to bash on. Yeah, all us FIRE folks are fucking weirdo, toothbrushless, soapless, no spend asshats that deprive ourselves of all modern conveniences just so we can “retire” at 35. Sure. That’s what we are. Throw some face punches at the real spendy people and go find a coupon for some crest. And start bragging on some real savings. Or I’m going to come back with a god damn thread on how I saved $4 this year because I triple wipe with my single ply TP. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Brushing teeth became a thing in the U.S. in the early 1900's and was largely pushed to the masses by Pepsodent toothpaste.I brush my teeth, but the needing to replace a toothbrush every 6 months seems absolutely wasteful where 100 years ago, using a twig was sufficient.That said, trying to use that little of toothpaste seems cheap at best and possibly a waste of time and effort at worst.
Can you use any twigs, or do they have to be particular varieties. i would totally try tooth twigs. At least on weekends where I've got a couple hours to kill chewing stuff.
