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🦷🦷 Tooth Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F9B7

A single tooth emoji.

Released in The 🦷 Tooth emoji was officially added to Unicode 11.0 and Emoji 11.0 in 2018.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 🦷 Tooth emoji symbolizes a single tooth. It is often used in the context of dental hygiene, oral health, dentists, or to signify a 'toothache' or dental appointment. It's a visual representation of teeth care topics or a tooth-related condition."

Symbolism

  • The symbolism of oral health: It reminds people to take care of their teeth, brush regularly, and visit the dentist.
  • Pain or discomfort: People use this emoji when talking about toothaches, sensitivity, or upcoming dentist treatments.
  • Innocence or loss: A commonly used visual when referring to the loss of a tooth, particularly in children losing baby teeth.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Talking about a dentist visit or appointment.
  • Discussing concerns or funny stories about teeth, such as losing a tooth or dealing with braces.
  • Emphasizing a healthy conversation around dental care, brushing, or answering questions related to oral hygiene.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I have a dentist appointment tomorrow 🦷, wish me luck!
Just lost my first tooth today 🦷, feeling both happy and weird!
Taking good care of my teeth 🦷, always brush twice a day!
Ugh, 🦷 toothache again... looks like I'll need to see the dentist soon.
My teeth are so shiny after my cleaning! 🦷

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • People may use 🦷 when talking about dental hygiene, but avoid using it excessively outside relevant contexts to avoid confusion.
  • Be mindful when discussing sensitive topics related to health, such as toothaches or dental procedures, with individuals who might have dental fears or anxieties.
  • The 🦷 emoji is also fun when used in conversations about kids losing their baby teeth, but avoid in professional medical discussions as it may undermine seriousness.

Related Emojis

😬

Grimacing Face

Often used in conjunction with 🦷 to represent tooth pain or discomfort.

😁

Beaming Face with Smiling Eyes

A bright smile emoji to reflect enthusiasm for shiny clean teeth.

🪥

Toothbrush

A toothbrush symbolizes dental care and oral hygiene.

🩺

Stethoscope

Generally represents health checkups, including dental visits.

👄

Mouth

A mouth emoji used in context with discussions about teeth or oral health.

🤕

Face with Head Bandage

Could be used to represent aftercare from dental operations or tooth extractions.

🦷🧑‍⚕️

Tooth and Doctor

Combining this emoji with a healthcare professional or doctor character often highlights a visit to a dental specialist.

🍭

Lollipop

Lollipops and sugary treats are often linked in discussions about bad effects on teeth.

🎃

Jack-O-Lantern

Used during Halloween to joke about lost teeth due to candy consumption.

🚪

Door

Sometimes connected to the Tooth Fairy legend, representing the entry or exit of a tooth.