Dentistry in America Quiz: Do You Know Its History?

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Dentistry has a long history in the U.S. from the days of barbers removing teeth with rough tools to the refined implants and cosmetic techniques of today. American dentists spearheaded professional schools of dentistry, perfected pain-free anesthesia with modern methods, and invented much of the prevention we practice every day, such as fluoride toothpaste. This quiz will teat how much do you know about the interesting history of dentistry in America, the individuals responsible for significant breakthroughs, and the customs that developed the smile industry?

What common dental procedure was first successfully performed with anesthesia in the U.S. in 1846?

  • Tooth extraction

  • Root canal

  • Dental cleaning

  • Filling cavity

The American Dental Association (ADA) was founded in what year?

  • 1820

  • 1859

  • 1901

  • 1875

Which modern trend is most popular in U.S. cosmetic dentistry?

  • Dental implants

  • Veneers

  • Teeth whitening

  • Invisalign braces

Which American state first required dentists to be licensed?

  • New York

  • Alabama

  • Ohio

  • Massachusetts

Who introduced dental amalgam fillings to the U.S. in the 1830s?

  • Crawcour brothers

  • G.V. Black

  • Thomas Evans

  • Horace Hayden

Fluoridation of drinking water to prevent cavities began in which U.S. city in 1945?

  • Detroit, Michigan

  • Boston, Massachusetts

  • Grand Rapids, Michigan

  • Cleveland, Ohio

Which U.S. war highlighted the importance of dental health in soldiers?

  • Civil War

  • World War II

  • Vietnam War

  • Korean War

The first dental school in the U.S. opened in 1840. What was its name?

  • Harvard Dental School

  • Baltimore College of Dental Surgery

  • New York Dental Institute

  • Pennsylvania Dental College

Who is often called the “father of modern dentistry” in the U.S.?

  • G.V. Black

  • John Greenwood

  • Horace Wells

  • William Morton

What is the most common dental disease in the U.S.?

  • Gum disease

  • Tooth decay (cavities)

  • Oral cancer

  • Oral cancer

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