The Tooth Who Took Himself for Granted

The Tooth Who Took Himself for Granted is a humorous narrative about a tooth who is not taking care of himself. He believes that because he is so strong, nothing bad will ever happen to him, but that all changes one day when he feels sick and has to rush himself to the dentist. There he meets Dee, the dental hygienist, who cleans him up, leaving him shiny and clean. He also meets the dentist, who checks him for a sugar bug (cavity). Before leaving the dental office, Dee warns Bud that if he does not start taking better care of himself, he will end up having a hole. Dee recommends that he stay away from sweets, brush twice a day, and floss every night before going to bed. Bud learns his lesson and begins taking care of himself.