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History of Dental Medicine
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History of Dental Medicine

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What was Harris's contribution to the field of dentistry?

  • Developing the first dental drill
  • Introducing the concept of anesthesia in dentistry
  • Inventing the dental mirror
  • Helping to establish dentistry as a health profession (correct)
  • In what year did Harris start the world's first dental school?

  • 1830
  • 1818
  • 1828 (correct)
  • 1825
  • Where was the world's first dental school started by Harris located?

  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Chicago, Illinois
  • New York City
  • Bainbridge, Ohio (correct)
  • What did Harris help to achieve for dentistry?

    <p>Establishing dentistry as a respected profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Harris's establishment of the first dental school?

    <p>It helped to establish dentistry as a respected health profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which ancient civilization is credited with being the first to use dental fillings?

    <p>Egyptians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant development in dental procedures is attributed to the 18th century French dentist Pierre Fauchard?

    <p>Establishment of modern dentistry as a profession</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of material was commonly used in ancient China for making dental tools?

    <p>Copper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous figure is credited with discovering the importance of fluoride in preventing tooth decay?

    <p>Frederick McKay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what century was the first dental school established in the United States?

    <p>19th century</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the first dental institution established by Drs. Horace H. Hayden and Harris?

    <p>1840</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the original purpose of the establishment that opened on February 21, 1828?

    <p>A dental museum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the key figures in establishing the first dental institution in 1840?

    <p>Drs. Horace H. Hayden and Harris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the name of the dental institution established by Drs. Horace H. Hayden and Harris in 1840?

    <p>The College of Dental Surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the year 1828 in the history of dentistry?

    <p>It was the year the first dental institution opened and is now a dental museum</p> Signup and view all the answers

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