Dentistry Collection (#7)

Human mouth, anatomical model
Human mouth. Anatomical model (from 1995) of a human mouth, showing the lips (pink), gums (gingiva, beige), and teeth (white) - being brushed with a toothbrush

Velvet skull, anatomical model
Velvet skull. Velvet-covered anatomical model of a human skull

Human jaw, 19th Century model. 1870 dental teaching aid showing the structure of the human jaws

Toothache, artwork C013 / 5927
Toothache, computer artwork

Toothache, artwork C013 / 5926
Toothache, computer artwork

Jaw pain, artwork C013 / 5920
Jaw pain, computer artwork

Roman surgical instruments C015 / 6075
Roman surgical instruments. 19th-century artwork of various Roman surgical tools and instruments: a lance (top), pliers to extract foreign bodies (upper centre), instrument kit (upper left)

Dental hygiene set, circa 1870 C017 / 8407
Comprehensive dental hygiene set in a morocco case. The set includes an inspection mirror, steel tools, and ivory handles

Six tooth keys, 19th century C017 / 8406
Six steel tooth keys with steel, ebony (black), or bone (white) handles. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Two folding toothpicks, circa 1890 C017 / 8405
Two folding toothpicks, dating from around 1890. The left features two pointed toothpicks. The right is a novelty violin shape in faux tortoiseshell and has one folding toothpick and one ear scoop

Four tongue scrapers, 19th century C017 / 8404
Four assorted tongue scrapers dating from between 1800 and 1850, England. These are made out of silver, ivory and tortoiseshell

Three tooth keys, circa 1850 C017 / 8403
Three ebony handled tooth keys. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Dental elevator, circa 1830 C017 / 8401
Goats foot dental elevator, made from ebony (handle) and steel. This would have been used for loosening a diseased or painful tooth or its root in preparation for extraction

Artificial jaw, circa 1900 C017 / 8402
Artificial jaw, marked Wekabe, dating from around 1900, Germany. This would have been used for anatomical demonstrations. Gold pegs attached to individual enamel teeth allow them to be removed

Four tongue scrapers, circa 1850 C017 / 8400
Four tongue scrapers, three in silver and one in ivory. These date from around 1850, England. Tongue scrapers such as these were hand crafted personal hygiene instruments

Spiral mouth gag, circa 1860 C017 / 8396
Spiral mouth gag, made from boxwood, dating from around 1860, England. This would have been used to pry open the mouths of patients with lock-jaw

Dental saw, circa 1870 C017 / 8399
Dental saw with ebony handle dating from around 1870, England. Dental saws were used in early dentistry to create separations between the teeth

Medical claw pincers, circa 1700 C017 / 8397
Blacksmith-made claw pincers for medical use, dating from around 1700. This crude instrument would have been used, rather brutally, for tooth extraction

Dental compendium, circa 1860 C017 / 8398
Comprehensive dental compendium, complete with forceps, tooth keys, elevators, and dental picks. The nineteenth century was a period of rapid progression in the field of dentistry

Seven dental tools, circa 1870 C017 / 8394
Seven dental tools with ebony handles in their case. These date from around 1870. The nineteenth century was a period of rapid progression in the field of dentistry

Two dental levers, circa 1890 C017 / 8393
Two dental levers, dating from around 1890, England. The nineteenth century was a period of rapid progression in the field of dentistry

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8395
Dental hygiene set with nine steel tools and an ivory handle. These are shown in a silk-lined morocco case. This set is French and dates from around 1820

Three-clawed tooth key, circa 1800 C017 / 8392
Unusual steel toothkey with three claws alongside its fish skin case (two further claws in case). Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure

Artificial jaw, circa 1900 C017 / 8391
Artificial jaw, marked Wekabe, dating from around 1900, Germany. This would have been used for anatomical demonstrations. Gold pegs attached to individual enamel teeth allow them to be removed

Pelican tooth extractor, circa 1751 C017 / 8390
Pelican tooth extractor, made of steel with screw adjustment. These were an early type of dental forceps, so named due to their claw which was thought to resemble a pelicans beak

Pelican tooth extractor, circa 1750 C017 / 8389
Pelican tooth extractor, made of steel with screw adjustment. These were an early type of dental forceps, so named due to their claw which was thought to resemble a pelicans beak

Mechanical tooth key, circa 1850 C017 / 8387
Unusual mechanical toothkey with ebony grips. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Six dental picks, circa 1860 C017 / 8386
Six dental picks, circa 1860

Dental lever, circa 1850 C017 / 8388
Adjustable steel dental lever with ivory handle. The nineteenth century was a period of rapid progression in the field of dentistry

Mouth gag, circa 1870 C017 / 8385
Steel mouth gag with a cross hatched ebony handle. This would have been used to pry open the mouths of patients with lock-jaw or to hold the jaw in position for tooth extraction

Dental pincer, circa 1680 C017 / 8383
Steel pincer for dental extraction. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache. This item is continental and dates from around 1680

Pelican tooth extractor, circa 1750 C017 / 8382
Adjustable pelican, tooth extractor, with screw mechanism. Pelicans are an early type of dental forceps, so named due to their claw which was thought to resemble a pelicans beak

Dental pincer, circa 1680 C017 / 8381
Steel pincer for dental extraction. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache. This item is continental and dates from around 1680

Double ended tooth key, 19th century C017 / 8384
Unusual double ended tooth key. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Tooth key, circa 1820 C017 / 8380
Steel tooth key dating from around 1820, England. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Tongue scraper, circa 1850 C017 / 8377
Ivory and tortoiseshell tongue scraper. Tongue scrapers such as this one were handcrafted personal hygiene instruments, specially designed for the removal of debris which build up on the tongue

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8378
Five-piece dental hygiene tools set made from steel with a detachable ivory handle. These are with their case which has a built-in mirror

Six dental picks, circa 1860 C017 / 8379
Six steel dental picks with ivory handles. The nineteenth century was a period of rapid progression in the field of dentistry

Dental hygiene set, circa 1821 C017 / 8373
Four steel dental hygiene tools with ivory handles dating from around 1820, England. These are shown in their original morocco case

Tongue scrapers, circa 1850 C017 / 8376
Two ivory and tortoiseshell tongue scrapers. These were handcrafted personal hygiene instruments, specially designed for the removal of debris which build up on the tongue

Three-clawed toothkey, circa 1800 C017 / 8375
Unusual steel tooth key with three claws alongside its fish skin case (two further claws in case). Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure

Archimedean dental drill, circa 1860 C017 / 8374
Archimedean dental drill, made from steel, with ivory handles. In early dentistry, drilling was used as a means of excavating decaying parts of the tooth

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8372
Boxed, eight-tool dental hygiene set with a detachable ivory handle. The set includes tongue scrapers and various dental picks

Three-clawed tooth key, circa 1800 C017 / 8371
Unusual steel tooth key with three claws in a fish skin case. Tooth extraction is the earliest known dental procedure, it was used as a last-resort cure for toothache

Dental hygiene tools, circa 1830 C017 / 8370
Twelve dental hygiene tools in their case. These are made from steel with ivory handles and date from around 1830, England

Dental themed china fairing, 19th century C017 / 8368
French fairing (small china ornament) showing a seated male patient having a tooth extracted in a forceful manner by a practitioner and his assistant (holding the patients head from behind)

Dental hygiene set, circa 1820 C017 / 8367
Boxed dental hygiene set with four steel tools and a detachable ivory handle. This set is English and dates from around 1820

Six tongue scrapers, 19th century C017 / 8369
Six tongue scrapers in ivory, tortoiseshell and silver. These were handcrafted personal hygiene instruments, specially designed for the removal of debris which build up on the tongue

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"Dentistry: A Window into the World of Oral Health" Step into the whimsical world of dentistry, where imagination and innovation collide. Bound to Draw by William Heath Robinson, this captivating art piece showcases the intricate machinery behind dental procedures, reminding us that even in complexity lies beauty. A panoramic dental X-ray reveals a hidden universe within our mouths – a mesmerizing landscape of teeth, both adult and childlike. It reminds us that oral health knows no age boundaries; it is an essential aspect of overall well-being. In H. M. Bateman's cartoon "Cause & Effect, " we witness the comical side as a patient's reaction mirrors their dentist's actions. Laughter fills the room as we realize that humor can be found even in seemingly daunting situations. False teeth, meticulously crafted to restore smiles lost along life's journey, offer hope and confidence to those who wear them, and are not just replacements but symbols of resilience and second chances. Witnessing a tooth being filled evokes awe at modern dentistry's ability to repair what was once broken or decayed. The Italian dentist in Naples exemplifies how oral care transcends borders, bringing smiles worldwide. Peering through a dentist's window adorned with countless teeth molds in Zhongdian captures history frozen in time – each mold representing someone whose smile has been transformed by skilled hands. Toy teeth remind us that learning about oral hygiene starts from childhood – instilling habits for lifelong dental health while making education playful and engaging for young minds. Polarised LM image showcasing tooth decay serves as a stark reminder that neglecting oral health can have consequences beyond aesthetics - emphasizing prevention as key to maintaining healthy smiles. The Dentist Chair by Claudius Ash Sons & Co Ltd stands tall as an emblematic symbol of comfort amidst anxiety-filled visits - offering reassurance during routine check-ups or complex treatments alike.