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- Dental Sounding Hook, circa 1901-1925 - Veterinarians check for spaces between an animal's teeth and the gums with a dental probe, also known as a dental sounding hook. This inspection identifies possible areas that may harbor dangerous bacteria, which may lead to infection of the gums, known as periodontitis. Good dental hygiene prevents tooth loss and other health problems.

- 1901-1925
- Collections - Artifact
Dental Sounding Hook, circa 1901-1925
Veterinarians check for spaces between an animal's teeth and the gums with a dental probe, also known as a dental sounding hook. This inspection identifies possible areas that may harbor dangerous bacteria, which may lead to infection of the gums, known as periodontitis. Good dental hygiene prevents tooth loss and other health problems.
- Dental Explorer Used in Dr. Sullivan Jackson's Dental Office, Selma, Alabama -

- 1970-1999
- Collections - Artifact
Dental Explorer Used in Dr. Sullivan Jackson's Dental Office, Selma, Alabama
- Dental Sounding Hook, circa 1920 - Veterinarians check for spaces between an animal's teeth and the gums with a dental probe, also known as a dental sounding hook. This inspection identifies possible areas that may harbor dangerous bacteria, which may lead to infection of the gums, known as periodontitis. Good dental hygiene prevents tooth loss and other health problems.

- circa 1920
- Collections - Artifact
Dental Sounding Hook, circa 1920
Veterinarians check for spaces between an animal's teeth and the gums with a dental probe, also known as a dental sounding hook. This inspection identifies possible areas that may harbor dangerous bacteria, which may lead to infection of the gums, known as periodontitis. Good dental hygiene prevents tooth loss and other health problems.