What kinds of things would you expect to see in an exhibit about the history dentistry?

Artifacts:

- Ancient dental tools, such as hand-operated drills, pliers, and scrapers

- Early dentures and bridges, made from wood, human teeth, or ivory

- Toothbrushes and toothpaste from different eras

- X-ray machines and other dental imaging technologies

- Dental chairs and other furniture used in dental surgeries

Documents:

- Books and manuscripts on dentistry, dating from the ancient world to the present

- Dental patents and advertisements

- Photographs and drawings of dentists and dental clinics

- Oral histories and other personal accounts of dental experiences

Interactive exhibits:

- Visitors can try their hand at using some of the ancient dental tools

- Interactive displays that show how teeth work and how to brush and floss properly

- Virtual reality experiences that let visitors explore the inside of a mouth or visit a historical dental clinic

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