“Just because your great-uncle Harry lost all his teeth doesn’t mean you will. Cavities are caused by bacteria in the mouth – not by genetics or “soft teeth.” Practicing good oral health and avoiding sugar between meals will help reduce bacteria levels so your smile can last a lifetime.”

“Saliva helps you eat by breaking apart food particles and cleaning your mouth afterward. The average person produces 10,000 gallons of saliva over their lifetime. (No data as to how much winds up in spitballs.)”