Cleaning my T-Rex teeth: Before and After 🦖✨
These are all teeth that I found myself! Most of these are from just this last month! I took a break from digging and decided to clean off all of my stuff. As you can see in the second to last photo I found a lot of teeth but this post focuses on three really nice ones I found. We need to clean them because we glue them after finding them so they don’t fall apart while they are in the ground. To get the glue and dirt off we use a sand blaster machine which blasts baking soda with air and blows the chunks off. Then we dip them in vinac to make it shiny. Which one is your favorite? #summerdiary #lemon8contest #lemon8challenge #outdoors #beforeandafter #bucketlist #fossil #sports #cleaning #unfiltered
Cleaning T-Rex teeth is a meticulous task that requires care and precision. Most fossils, like teeth, are fragile because they've been buried for millions of years. To restore them, you need to follow a few essential steps. Firstly, proper excavation is crucial to ensure the fossil's integrity. Unearthing the teeth gently helps to prevent breakage. Once unearthed, a solution of vinegar can be utilized to dissolve residual glue and dirt. A sandblaster machine is effective for removing stubborn debris, utilizing air and baking soda to ensure nothing is damaged during the process. After cleaning, the teeth are often coated with a protective sealant to preserve their shine and condition, ensuring they remain in great shape for display or study. Additionally, documenting this process via before-and-after photos not only showcases the beauty of fossil restoration but also provides an educational glimpse into paleontology. If you're interested in fossil cleaning, it’s essential to research best practices and perhaps consult with experienced collectors or paleontologists. Engaging in this hobby can be incredibly rewarding and insightful, opening a door to understanding the natural history of our planet.
This is SO cool and it’s even cooler that you get to keep them