Dental History Milestones

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What was the significance of the Fones Clinic For Dental Hygienists established in 1913?

It patented the first dental screw implant.

It developed the first synthetic resin for denture bases.

It introduced the use of fluoride in toothpaste.

It provided training for dental hygienists, leading to a reduction in caries among children. (correct)

Who is credited with coining the term 'dental hygienist'?

Alfred C.Fones (correct)

Alvin Strock

Greene Vardiman Black

Irene Newman

What was introduced in 1914 that contributed to the prevention of caries?

Synthetic resins for denture bases

Dental screw implants

Local anaesthetic procaine

Fluoride in toothpaste (correct)

Who published the monumental two-volume treatise Operative Dentistry in 1908?

Greene Vardiman Black Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Alexander Fleming's discovery in 1928?

He discovered penicillin, starting the 'Era of antibiotics'. Signup and view all the answers

Who patented the first articulator in 1840?

Evans Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary concern of Koecker regarding dowel crowns?

The potential for local symptoms and secondary infections Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of filing between the upper incisors in the 19th century?

To prevent the closure of interdental space and prevent caries Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with developing the theory of 'Oral Sepsis'?

Sir William Hunter Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Bonwill's articulator?

It was the first truly useful articulator, founded on geometrical, mathematical, and mechanical laws Signup and view all the answers

What was developed by Oskar Hagger in 1949?

A system of bonding acrylic resin to dentin Signup and view all the answers

What was introduced by Procter & Gamble in the USA in 1955?

Crest toothpaste Signup and view all the answers

What was reported by Teuscher and Zander in 1938?

The use of calcium hydroxide in pulpotomy cases Signup and view all the answers

What became popular in the US in 1960?

Sit-down, four-handed dentistry Signup and view all the answers

Who developed the acid etch technique?

Michael Buonocore Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with making orthodontics a dental specialty?

Edward Hartley Angle Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the collapsible metal tube in the 1880s?

It revolutionized toothpaste manufacturing and marketing Signup and view all the answers

What was the problem with using chloroform in the 19th century?

It was not safe and caused death Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Désirabode's work in 1843?

He considered caries prevention and mentioned fluoride compounds Signup and view all the answers

What was the main issue with using nitrous oxide as an anesthetic?

It was not safe and caused oxygen-deprivation Signup and view all the answers

Who introduced the concept of using gutta-percha as a filling material?

Edwin Truman Signup and view all the answers

What was the discovery that Konrad Wilhelm von Roentgen made in 1895?

The X-ray Signup and view all the answers

What approach to periodontal therapy did Leonard Koecker advocate for?

Thorough scaling and tooth brushing Signup and view all the answers

What did Willoughby D. Miller's publication highlight in 1890?

The role of micro-organisms in dental disease Signup and view all the answers

What was the innovation introduced by Edwin Maynard in 1838?

The first root canal instrument Signup and view all the answers

What was invented by James B. Morrison in 1871?

Foot-treadle dental engine Signup and view all the answers

Who constructed the first chair made specifically for dental patients?

Josiah Flagg Signup and view all the answers

What was developed in 1891?

Dental unit Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with the first root canal filling?

Edward Hudson Signup and view all the answers

What was the innovation introduced in the Wilkerson chair in 1877?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Who graduated from the Ohio College of Dental Surgery in 1866 and became the first woman to earn a dental degree?

Lucy Beaman Hobbs Signup and view all the answers

What did Dubois de Chémant characterize dentures as in his 1788 dissertation?

Indestructible and odourless Signup and view all the answers

Who wrote the first scientifically written textbook of Prosthetics in 1820?

Christophe Francois Delabarre Signup and view all the answers

Who constructed the first self-adhering upper prosthesis?

Emil Gardette Signup and view all the answers

Who began commercial manufacture of porcelain teeth in 1825?

Samuel Stockton Signup and view all the answers

What process was invented by Charles Goodyear in 1839?

Vulcanisation Signup and view all the answers

What did Gairot create in 1805?

The first articulator Signup and view all the answers

Who patented the 'Continuous gums' in 1851?

John Allen Signup and view all the answers

What was the name given to Dubois de Chémant's porcelain dentures in 1791?

Incorruptible Signup and view all the answers

Who described an impression tray in 1820?