Discovery How the Toothbrush Was Invented Scott Admin posted on 3 years ago — updated on 1 second ago 462 views Today good oral hygiene is an accepted part of almost everyone's daily routine. but how did someone get the idea that putting straws on a stick will somehow be good for your teeth? health history toothbrush Scott Follow Author, educator, musician, dancer and all around creative type. Founder of "The Happy Now" website and the online jewelry store "Silver and Sage".