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It is unlawful for a woman to wear false teeth without the written permission of her husband.

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Added: 2026/3/18

The Law

In the 1800s, dentures were considered a major household expense. Under the historical legal doctrine of coverture, a husband had strict control over his wife's property and medical expenses, leading to this bizarre myth-turned-law. Naturally, this deeply outdated concept has been superseded by modern constitutional rights.

Source & Citation

Code/Statute: 15 V.S.A. § 81
Vermont Statutes Annotated - Domestic Relations

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