The History of Pediatric Dentistry

June 17, 2021

Filed under: Uncategorized — drbenzley @ 6:28 pm
Dentist smiling at boy in pediatric dentistry office

People have been practicing dentistry since ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Thankfully, caring for teeth looks a lot different today than it did back then! Alongside improved techniques and materials, one of the most important advancements in dentistry was the development of pediatric dentistry. Specialized dental care for children first came about in the early 1900s, and has since gone through a variety of changes to get to where it is today. Read on as we take a closer look at the history of pediatric dentistry and why it matters for your little one today.

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