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"A New Role Model: Women in Dentistry"
The pioneer women in dentistry were worthy of recognition and admiration. They broke the traditional barriers for their gender and set the standards for those who followed in their path as dental professionals. Lucy Hobbs Taylor, the first woman in the world to graduate from a recognized dental college in 1866, was highlighted in a past exhibition entitled, "Women in Dentistry." It explored the dynamics which allowed for change in the workforce as well as the establishment of women in dental associations, specialty societies, and the military. Featured was a model of Dr. Hobb's dental office furnished with late 19th century dental equipment from the Museum's collection including a Morrison cast iron dental chair, a kerosene dental lamp, a foot drill, marbled-top dental cabinet and a replica of Dr. Hobb's diploma. In addition to Dr. Hobbs, the exhibition featured early women dentists, such as Emiline Roberts Jones, the first woman to establish herself in a regular dental practice in the United States, 1859; Henriette Hirschfeld, the first woman to complete the full dental curriculum, 1869; Emilie Foeking, the first woman graduate of the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, 1873; Malvina Cueria, the first woman dental assistant, 1885; Ida Gray Rollins, the first African-American woman dental graduate, 1890; Irene Newman, the first dental hygienist, 1906; M. Evangline Jordan the author of the first textbook on pediatric dentistry, 1927; and Helen E. Myers, the U.S. Army's first woman dentist, 1951. "Women in Dentistry" also highlighted the history of the dental team with special emphasis on the role of the dental assistant and the dental hygienist. This exhibition was made possible in part by Colgate-Palmolive, and curated by Dr. John M. Hyson, Jr. in collaboration with the American Association of Women Dentists, the American Dental Hygienists' Association, and the American Dental Assistants Association. NMD Mission Statement We celebrate the great heritage of dentistry, its present and its future. We are a resource for scholars and the dental profession and provide engaging exhibitions and programs to expand public awareness of the importance of oral health in overall health. Updated: 04/08/03 |
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