Geek Out

War Dogs Can Rappel Down Walls

War dogs are going to get you. You think you’re safe because you’re downstairs and they’re upstairs? Think again, chief—because those war dogs are about to rappel the hell down, clad in armour, and eat you to death.


March 18, 2011
Science

Tooth-Hearing Aids Get Approval For Use In Europe

Sonitus Medical’s SoundBite hearing aid has been approved for use in Europe, but the Royal National Institute for Deaf People claim not everyone will be able to use it. The hearing aid is attached to the molar and transmits sound through the jawbone. [BBC]


February 24, 2011
Geek Out

Man’s Gold Tooth Deflects Bullet

For those who believe that gold grills are purely decorative, I present to you the case of this unnamed man who was shot in the mouth by his brother, only to be saved by his expensive teeth.


February 19, 2011
Gadgets

12 Old-School Dental Tools You Don’t Want Anywhere Near Your Mouth

What’s worse than the thought of these diabolical dental devices from our friends at Oobject.com probing around my gum line? Clowns. I frickin’ HATE clowns!


January 30, 2011
Gadgets

Would You Brush Your Teeth With A Twig?

Leen Sadder, a design student, had to redesign the first thing she threw away after class. She ended up throwing away a toothbrush. She redesigned, hell, re-imagined the toothbrush as a twig. Apparently, it works well.


January 5, 2011
Science

Prototype Toothpaste Changes Flavours According To The Weather

The toothpaste industry is in need of a shakeup! Whitening strips isn’t enough. MIT’s Media Lab has developed a prototype toothpaste that spits out different flavours according to the weather and temperature outside.


August 21, 2010
Gadgets

Toothbrush Uses Solar Power Instead Of Toothpaste

Why you’d want to forgo a teeth-brushing session with some delightful Indian curry, caramel or Darjeeling tea-flavoured toothpaste I’d never know. Still, at least this solar-powered toothbrush would save you money over extended use.


July 2, 2010
Science

Tooth Regeneration Gel Could Make Fillings Obsolete

I am always looking for excuses to not brush my teeth, but the dentist always threatens me with painful cavity fillings. Well, screw you, dentist! With new tooth regeneration gel, I no longer have a reason to brush.


May 21, 2010

Dios Mio, These Are Some Terrifying Headphones

These headphones play music, sure, but they can also bleach your teeth. Just stretch your mouth open with the included cheek retractor, turn the light on and get ready to scare the shit out of everyone. [BeamingWhite via ChipChick]


May 18, 2010
Gadgets

Ninja Assassins Are After Your Toothbrush

Yes, there are ninja assassins after that disgusting, germ-ridden toothbrush of yours. They want to brutally annihilate 99 per cent of the mess with their germicidal ultraviolet lights and you should probably just step back and let them do it.