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Dental Collection (#2)

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Background imageDental Collection: Dentist's equipment, dental drill parts

Dentist's equipment, dental drill parts Date: 1920

Background imageDental Collection: Wartime advert for Kolynos Toothpaste, employing the imagery of a nurse to vouch for its efficacy

Wartime advert for Kolynos Toothpaste, employing the imagery of a nurse to vouch for its efficacy. Date: 1943

Background imageDental Collection: Denmark Hill, London - spire of St. Matthew's

Denmark Hill, London - spire of St. Matthew's
Denmark Hill, London with the distinctive spire of St. Matthew's Church designed by Alexander Gough. The new church was consecrated in 1848 but the spire and tower were not completed until 1858

Background imageDental Collection: Dental or Mental? by William Heath Robinson

Dental or Mental? by William Heath Robinson
A suggested method of tooth-extraction with a primitive contraption. Date: 1924

Background imageDental Collection: Interior of a new mobil van to treat toothaches and trench-gum, for the trenches

Interior of a new mobil van to treat toothaches and trench-gum, for the trenches, costing of £900 by the Civil Service Federation. Date: 1916

Background imageDental Collection: A new mobil van, to treat toothaches and trench-gum, for the trenches

A new mobil van, to treat toothaches and trench-gum, for the trenches, costing of £900 by the Civil Service Federation. Date: 1916

Background imageDental Collection: Narayan Tundal, 19th century AD

Narayan Tundal, 19th century AD
5309533 Narayan Tundal, 19th century AD by Nepalese School, (19th century); National Museum of Nepal, Kathmandu, Nepal; Photo © Stefano Baldini

Background imageDental Collection: Detail of The Dentist Bellavita (oil on canvas)

Detail of The Dentist Bellavita (oil on canvas)
490055 Detail of The Dentist Bellavita (oil on canvas) by Garemyn, Jan-Anton (1712-99); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490054.); © Art in Flanders

Background imageDental Collection: The Dentist Bellavita (oil on canvas)

The Dentist Bellavita (oil on canvas)
490054 The Dentist Bellavita (oil on canvas) by Garemyn, Jan-Anton (1712-99); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Background imageDental Collection: Page 170. A curious antique map of Dublin for the year 1610 copy of map published by John

Page 170. A curious antique map of Dublin for the year 1610 copy of map published by John Speed;antient Irish
5670068 Page 170. A curious antique map of Dublin for the year 1610 copy of map published by John Speed; antient Irish instrument for drawing teeth, 1810-17 (w/c & manuscript text) by Digby

Background imageDental Collection: Comic postcard, Large woman at the dentists Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Large woman at the dentists Date: 20th century

Background imageDental Collection: Vintage Keep Your Teeth Clean Poster, 1936-38 (silkscreen print)

Vintage Keep Your Teeth Clean Poster, 1936-38 (silkscreen print)
2622441 Vintage A Keep Your Teeth CleanA Poster, 1936-38 (silkscreen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDental Collection: Comic postcard, Woman at the dentists Date: circa 1918

Comic postcard, Woman at the dentists Date: circa 1918

Background imageDental Collection: Helen Mayo, well-known female dentist. Date: 1929

Helen Mayo, well-known female dentist. Date: 1929

Background imageDental Collection: The False Teeth Workshop, c. 1880 (oil on canvas)

The False Teeth Workshop, c. 1880 (oil on canvas)
CHT235373 The False Teeth Workshop, c.1880 (oil on canvas) by Durif-Bedel, C. (fl.c.1880); Musee Dentaire, Lyon, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: A Perfect Technician (colour litho)

A Perfect Technician (colour litho)
CHT235302 A Perfect Technician (colour litho) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); Ordre National des Pharmaciens, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: Advertisement for Weber teething gel, c. 1880-90 (colour litho)

Advertisement for Weber teething gel, c. 1880-90 (colour litho)
CHT235198 Advertisement for Weber teething gel, c.1880-90 (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: grace au miel de dentition Weber)

Background imageDental Collection: Poster advertising Dr. Petersons toothpastes (colour litho)

Poster advertising Dr. Petersons toothpastes (colour litho)
PER205976 Poster advertising Dr. Petersons toothpastes (colour litho) by Oge, Eugene (1869-1936); Private Collection; French

Background imageDental Collection: Young woman being treated by a female dentist in a mobile dental surgery (b / w photo)

Young woman being treated by a female dentist in a mobile dental surgery (b / w photo)
6015464 Young woman being treated by a female dentist in a mobile dental surgery (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDental Collection: Dental clinic in Paris, 1892

Dental clinic in Paris, 1892
Dental clinic in Paris, France, 1892. Date: 1892

Background imageDental Collection: Patient Having Dental Work, 1917 (silver print)

Patient Having Dental Work, 1917 (silver print)
3036314 Patient Having Dental Work, 1917 (silver print) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); (add.info.: Vintage photograph of a patient in a dentistAs chair having dental work by Lewis Wickes Hine)

Background imageDental Collection: At the Dentist, 1625-38 (oil on panel)

At the Dentist, 1625-38 (oil on panel)
3956034 At the Dentist, 1625-38 (oil on panel) by Brouwer, Adriaen (1605/6-38); 23.9 x 31.2 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; Flemish, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: Anatomical wallchart of the teeth (colour litho)

Anatomical wallchart of the teeth (colour litho)
CHT225244 Anatomical wallchart of the teeth (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Hopital de la Salpetriere, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: 18th century lacrimal gland operation and surgical equipment

18th century lacrimal gland operation and surgical equipment
18th century lacrimal gland operation 6, and dental surgical equipment: silver spoon to cover the eye 1, cauterizing funnel 2 and cauterizer 3, bone perforator 4, teeth scaler 5, probe 7, splints 8

Background imageDental Collection: Scene from Don Quixote: Sancho Panza Counts Don Quixotes Teeth, 1735 (oil on panel)

Scene from Don Quixote: Sancho Panza Counts Don Quixotes Teeth, 1735 (oil on panel)
HEH416417 Scene from Don Quixote: Sancho Panza Counts Don Quixotes Teeth, 1735 (oil on panel) by Vanderbank, John (1694-1739); 40.5x29.5 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Background imageDental Collection: L Arracheur de dents (engraving)

L Arracheur de dents (engraving)
3646048 L Arracheur de dents (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L Arracheur de dents. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1881)

Background imageDental Collection: Use of anaesthetics in dentistry, Paris, France 1885

Use of anaesthetics in dentistry, Paris, France 1885
Use of anaesthetics in dentistry, Dental School, Odontotechnical Institute, Paris, France. Date: 1885

Background imageDental Collection: The Dentist by J M Molenaer

The Dentist by J M Molenaer. 1649

Background imageDental Collection: Royal Vinolia tooth powder advertisement

Royal Vinolia tooth powder advertisement
Advertisement for Royal Vinolia tooth powder with a young woman brushing her teeth. Date: 1912

Background imageDental Collection: Easing the Tooth-ach, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1796 (coloured engraving)

Easing the Tooth-ach, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1796 (coloured engraving)
NCO253719 Easing the Tooth-ach, published by Hannah Humphrey, 1796 (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English

Background imageDental Collection: The Dentist, illustration from The Complete Works of Hippocrates

The Dentist, illustration from The Complete Works of Hippocrates
CHT236784 The Dentist, illustration from The Complete Works of Hippocrates, 1932 (colour litho) by Kuhn-Regnier, Joseph (1873-1940); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: St. Apollonia (colour engraving)

St. Apollonia (colour engraving)
CHT225115 St. Apollonia (colour engraving) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642) (after); Ordre National des Pharmaciens, Paris, France; (add.info)

Background imageDental Collection: Dr. Pean Operating, 1891-92 (oil on laminate cardboard)

Dr. Pean Operating, 1891-92 (oil on laminate cardboard)
CLK339865 Dr. Pean Operating, 1891-92 (oil on laminate cardboard) by Toulouse-Lautrec, Henri de (1864-1901); 73.9x49.9 cm; Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, Massachusetts

Background imageDental Collection: The Tooth-Puller, 1651 (oil on canvas)

The Tooth-Puller, 1651 (oil on canvas)
5863949 The Tooth-Puller, 1651 (oil on canvas) by Steen, Jan Havicksz. (1625/26-79); 32.5x26 cm; Mauritshuis, The Hague, The Netherlands; Dutch, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: Toothbrushes and a Tube of Toothpaste, 1930 (colour litho)

Toothbrushes and a Tube of Toothpaste, 1930 (colour litho)
2629967 Toothbrushes and a Tube of Toothpaste, 1930 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: Scythian vase from Kul -Oba Kurgan, Crimea, depicting a dentist at work

Scythian vase from Kul -Oba Kurgan, Crimea, depicting a dentist at work
CHT225116 Scythian vase from Kul -Oba Kurgan, Crimea, depicting a dentist at work, 4th century BC (gold or electrum) by Greek School, (4th century BC); State Hermitage Museum, St

Background imageDental Collection: Advertisement for Hyperol mouthwash tablet, 1930 (colour litho)

Advertisement for Hyperol mouthwash tablet, 1930 (colour litho)
CHT235195 Advertisement for Hyperol mouthwash tablet, 1930 (colour litho) by Hungarian School, (20th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDental Collection: Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails, 1917

Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails, 1917
1575193 Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails, 1917 by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); (add.info.: Daily inspection of teeth and finger nails)

Background imageDental Collection: The Vecabe Model, for making crowns and bridges

The Vecabe Model, for making crowns and bridges
CHT235307 The Vecabe Model, for making crowns and bridges by French School, (20th century); Musee Dentaire, Lyon, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageDental Collection: Army Dental Unit. Picture taken 19th March 1943

Army Dental Unit. Picture taken 19th March 1943

Background imageDental Collection: Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, looking at a model of the completed scheme at

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, looking at a model of the completed scheme at the Heath, Cardiff during his visit to the Dental School and Hospital

Background imageDental Collection: A smiling Prince Philip and smiling nurses as he leaves the Dental Hospital

A smiling Prince Philip and smiling nurses as he leaves the Dental Hospital and School at the Heath, Cardiff, Wales. 7th July 1966

Background imageDental Collection: Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, risks a finger as he examines a realistically

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, risks a finger as he examines a realistically mounted set of teeth during his tour of the Dental School and Hospital at Heath, Cardiff

Background imageDental Collection: At the side of a dentists chair, Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh

At the side of a dentists chair, Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh, talks to Mr John Miller, Vice-Dean of the Dental School and Professor of Dental Surgery. Cardiff, Wales, 7th July 1966

Background imageDental Collection: A Teddy with teeth?... Dental nurse Annette Brodie talks about teeth at Slaithwaite

A Teddy with teeth?... Dental nurse Annette Brodie talks about teeth at Slaithwaite Health centre to these children from Linthwaite Ardron Memorial CofE School

Background imageDental Collection: Brian Jones girlfriend accompanying him entering The Harley Street Nursing Home for

Brian Jones girlfriend accompanying him entering The Harley Street Nursing Home for dental treatment on 15 December 1967

Background imageDental Collection: Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones, entering The Harley Street Nursing Home for dental

Brian Jones of The Rolling Stones, entering The Harley Street Nursing Home for dental treatment on 15 December 1967

Background imageDental Collection: The Harley Street Nursing Home on 15 December 1967 where Rolling Stone Brian Jones

The Harley Street Nursing Home on 15 December 1967 where Rolling Stone Brian Jones entered for dental treatment




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"Dental: Exploring the Fascinating World of Teeth and Dentistry" Step into the realm knowledge as we unravel the secrets hidden within our jaws. From ancient anatomical studies to modern diagnostic techniques, join us on a captivating journey through time. Leonardo da Vinci's "Skull Anatomy" serves as a testament to his meticulous observations, revealing intricate details that continue to shape our understanding structures. The panoramic dental X-ray, a marvel in modern dentistry, allows us to peer beneath the surface and gain comprehensive insights into oral health. It unveils hidden mysteries while guiding professionals towards effective treatment plans. Travel back in time with a Victorian scrap depicting an era when tooth extraction was not for the faint-hearted. Witness the determination of dentists pulling teeth amidst grimaces and clenched fists – a stark reminder of how far dentistry has progressed. In H. M. Bateman's cartoon "Cause & Effect, " we find humor intertwined with truth. The comical portrayal sheds light on both patient anxieties and dentist expertise, showcasing their unique relationship built upon trust and skill. False teeth have long been an essential part of restoring smiles lost due to various circumstances. These remarkable prosthetics bring confidence back into people's lives by replicating natural teeth seamlessly. Zooming closer, let's explore the molar tooth - one of nature's masterpieces designed for chewing efficiency. Its complex structure is revealed through polarized LM imagery displaying decay patterns that highlight the importance of regular check-ups and proper oral hygiene practices. Sir John Lavery's painting "The Dentist" captures moments frozen in time; it reflects both apprehension and relief experienced during dental visits throughout history. A timeless piece reminding us that even art acknowledges dentistry’s significance in society. Witness innovation on wheels with a mobile dental surgery belonging to the French army – bringing oral care directly where it is needed most, ensuring access for all regardless of location or circumstance.