Introduced in the early 19th century by the goldsmiths who created dental appliances, porcelain teeth were welcomed as the greatest thing since sliced bread (which coincidentally was not invented ...

The human body is resilient, but not every part is replaceable internally. As a result, people are always on the lookout for better methods of transplant and prosthesis, which we’ve harnessed as ...

Describes a unique archaeological object. Shows evidence of technological innovation in the early years of professional dentistry. Demonstrates that dental history can contribute to the interpretation ...