The Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry has launched an online exhibit featuring an overview of dentists in the U.S. military throughout the years. The exhibit highlights dentists from the American Revolution to World War II through a series of portraits, all of which are items in the museum’s collection.
Poor oral health can be debilitating in many ways, said Patrick, Cutter, assistant director of the dental museum. This includes oral health in the military, and a desire to highlight this journey is part of the impetus behind launching the exhibit.
“This exhibit allows us to explore the journey the dental profession and the military took to advance dentistry and oral health as a necessary component of overall health, and, ultimately, a public service. We are excited to share this brief look into a very important story and celebrate the individuals who worked tirelessly to make it happen,” Mr. Cutter said.
Source: National Museum of Dentistry launches U.S. military exhibit / ADA News