File:Toothbrush with horsehair bristles, London, England, 1870-19 Wellcome L0058098.jpg

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Toothbrush with horsehair bristles, London, England, 1870-19
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Toothbrush with horsehair bristles, London, England, 1870-19
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The toothbrush bristles are made from horsehair and would have been quite harsh on the teeth and gums. Modern toothbrushes use nylon. Sold by Savory & Moore, a manufacturing chemist based in London, the handle is made from ivoride (a plastic imitation of ivory). The toothbrush is pictured with a smaller toothbrush (A616310).

maker: Savory and Moore Limited

Place made: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Keywords: toothbrush; Hygiene; Dentistry
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A616311
  • Photo number: L0058098
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