Dentists Collection

Bound to Draw by William Heath Robinson
Another well-thought-out experiment in dentistry from Heath Robinson, the Gadget King and mastermind behind endless convoluted contraptions and silly ideas. Date: 1927

Cause & Effect - dentist cartoon by H. M. Bateman
Cause and Effect - or, how two moods can change places. A dental patient enters a surgery clearly terrified at what lies ahead of him, but such is his struggle

The Dentist by Sir John Lavery
Portrait of the well-known society dentist, Mr Conrad Ackner with Laverys wife, Hazel, Lady Lavery, in the dentists chair, her grip on the chairs arm clearly evident

Joseph Gray and Sons, Surgical Instrument Makers, Truss Works and Star Works, Boston Street - trade card c. 1890
Original at Sheffield Archives ref. SY233/B4/2

Dentists office in Old Tucson Studios, Tucson, Arizona, United States of America, North America

Large operating room, Dental School, Paris, France 1885
Large operating room at the Dental School, Odontotechnical Institute, Paris, France. Date: 1885

False Teeth posters
Artificial false teeth by Lukyn & Peters, 1896 Date: 1896

The dentist, 1748-1798. Creator: Willem Joseph Laquy
The dentist, 1748-1798

Williamson Building, Cleveland, between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Williamson Building, Cleveland, between 1900 and 1906

Tooth Key (or Tooth Extractor), 1935/1942. Creator: Adele Brooks
Tooth Key (or Tooth Extractor), 1935/1942

Dentists Surgery Date: circa 1900s

Dentist's Surgery early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Dentist's equipment, dental instruments Date: 1920

Dentist's equipment, dental drill Date: 1920

Dentist's equipment, dental drill parts Date: 1920

Dentists Waiting Room, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Perkins Harnly
Dentists Waiting Room, 1935/1942

Dentists Operating Room, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Perkins Harnly
Dentists Operating Room, 1935/1942

Two patients being examined, Dentists room, Seton Hospital, Spuyten Duyvil, Bronx
1078932 Two patients being examined, Dentists room, Seton Hospital, Spuyten Duyvil, Bronx, October 30, 1914 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Young woman being treated by a female dentist in a mobile dental surgery (b / w photo)
6015464 Young woman being treated by a female dentist in a mobile dental surgery (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dental clinic in Paris, 1892
Dental clinic in Paris, France, 1892. Date: 1892

The dentist and the hippo (colour litho)
2778247 The dentist and the hippo (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The dentist and the hippo)

Use of anaesthetics in dentistry, Paris, France 1885
Use of anaesthetics in dentistry, Dental School, Odontotechnical Institute, Paris, France. Date: 1885

Round the World Yachting in the "Ceylon", XVIII, Canton (engraving)
1060826 Round the World Yachting in the " Ceylon", XVIII, Canton (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Regular Turk (engraving)
2777066 A Regular Turk (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Regular Turk. Illustration for Punch, 8 May 1880.); Look and Learn / George Collection

Mr Fox, surgeon dentist, trade card (engraving)
733769 Mr Fox, surgeon dentist, trade card (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Fox, surgeon dentist, trade card)

L arracheur de dents (engraving)
3629514 L arracheur de dents (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: L arracheur de dents. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1836)

Trade card, Mr Fox (engraving)
733850 Trade card, Mr Fox (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card, Mr Fox, Surgeon Dentist, 22 New Bridge Street, Blackfriars (from Lombard Street)

A Visit to the Dentist (engraving)
1621754 A Visit to the Dentist (engraving) by Storey, George Adolphus (1834-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the Dentist)

Advertisement for George Weir, Dental Surgeon, Bristol (litho)
3638953 Advertisement for George Weir, Dental Surgeon, Bristol (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for George Weir, Dental Surgeon)

The Pavement, Clapham (b / w photo)
3093266 The Pavement, Clapham (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pavement, Clapham. Postcard, early 20th Century.); © Look and Learn

Use Pikes Toothache Drops and Save Your Teeth. C. N
1079189 Use Pikes Toothache Drops and Save Your Teeth. C.N. Crittenton, Proprietor, NY, (lithograph [trade card]) by American School, (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Sign for Dr. H. Y. Halley, 1456 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York City, August 2
1079007 Sign for Dr. H.Y. Halley, 1456 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York City, August 2, 1916 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, looking at a model of the completed scheme at the Heath, Cardiff during his visit to the Dental School and Hospital

A smiling Prince Philip and smiling nurses as he leaves the Dental Hospital and School at the Heath, Cardiff, Wales. 7th July 1966

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, risks a finger as he examines a realistically mounted set of teeth during his tour of the Dental School and Hospital at Heath, Cardiff

At the side of a dentists chair, Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh, talks to Mr John Miller, Vice-Dean of the Dental School and Professor of Dental Surgery. Cardiff, Wales, 7th July 1966

The Transsalvanian Dentists float in the Rag Week procession down Northumberland Street, Newcastle on 8th March 1980

Medical: Dentists: Kent County Council mobile dental surgery. Two teeth out and smiling Linda Wood, age 8 of Bredhurst uses the compact belonging to the nurse to see where the teeth have departed

Training female dentists at the National Dental Hospital, WW1
Women at the National Dental Hospital and college in Great Portland Street being taught in the conservation room how to stop and fill decayed teeth

Dentist at work in a German trench
Dentist working on a soldiers tooth while he is in the trench. Date: 1915

Dental token, USA, 19th century C017 / 0728
Lily bud. Light micrograph (LM) of a cross-section through a lily bud (Lilium sp.), showing the tightly closed leaves on the outside and the reproductive structures on the inside

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"Dentists: A Historical Journey through Art, Tools, and Practices" Step into the whimsical world of dentistry as depicted in William Heath Robinson's famous illustration "Bound to Draw. " This captivating artwork showcases the inventive nature throughout history. In H. M. Bateman's cartoon "Cause & Effect, " we witness the humorous consequences that can arise from a visit to the dentist. It reminds us that even though dental procedures may seem daunting, they ultimately lead to healthier smiles. Joseph Gray and Sons' trade card from 1890 highlights their expertise as surgical instrument makers, truss works, and star works in Boston Street. Their contribution to dental instruments played a crucial role in advancing oral healthcare during this era. The Dentist's office at Old Tucson Studios transports us back in time to Arizona's Wild West days. This rustic setting serves as a reminder that dentistry has evolved significantly over time, adapting to different environments and cultures. Sir John Lavery's painting aptly titled "The Dentist" captures the intensity of an examination while showcasing the trust patients place in their oral care providers. The artist beautifully portrays both vulnerability and professionalism within this intimate scene. A glimpse into Paris' Dental School operating room circa 1885 reveals how far dental education has come since then. The large space emphasizes the importance placed on training future dentists with state-of-the-art facilities for optimal patient care. False Teeth posters remind us of one aspect often associated with dentistry – prosthetics. These advertisements showcase various options available for those seeking replacement teeth, highlighting advancements made in restorative treatments over time. Stepping inside a Dentist's Surgery from early 1900s evokes nostalgia for simpler times when traditional tools were used by skilled practitioners dedicated to improving patients' oral health, and is fascinating to see how practices have transformed since then. Examining antique dental equipment such as drills and instruments offers insight into technological progress within the field.