Evolution of Dentistry

Module 11 aims to educate in the history of dentistry and how this has progressed and evolved over the years.

CategoryOnline Dental CPD Hub

Location

Online

Outcomes

This module will help you to:

Identify archaeological findings
Explain the background of the patron saint of toothache
Explain who is considered the father of modern dentistry
Explain the evolution of dental anesthesia
Explain the development of dental education

Aims

This course will educate you in the history of dentistry and how it has progressed over the years.

This CPD module gives you 1 hour of GDC-verifiable CPD.

Last reviewed: April 2026

Next review: April 2027

Details

Verified hours: 1 hours
GDC outcomes: B,C,D

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