Lilian Lindsay CBE LLD MDS HDD FDS (Eng&Edin) FSA (1871-1960) The first female to gain a British dental qualification and a leading member of the profession.

In the late 19th century, British women were struggling to enter the dental profession. From a young age, Lilian Lindsay was determined to become a qualified dentist. This paper describes her struggles and successes in attaining her goal, which was reached in 1895 when she became the first, female, qualified dentist. The paper then continues to highlight her subsequent career.

Women and Children Only: María Teresa Saleme and the Feminization of Dentistry in Argentina.

Women currently form the majority of dentists in Latin America, yet the historical reasons for this development have not been explored. As early as the second decade of the 20th century, a high number of dental students in Argentina were women, yet the stories of these early women dentists have not been told. This study uses the life of María Teresa Saleme, a pioneering woman dentist, as a case study to describe the experiences of early woman dentists in Argentina. This study posits that the way in which the professionalization of dentistry occurred in Argentina set the stage for the subsequent predominance of women in the field. Sources include archival research and personal interviews. In addition, a review was undertaken of the current literature on early women dentists, the history of dentistry in Argentina, and the professionalization of dentistry.

[First woman lecturer in prosthetic dentistry: Miss J.G. Schuiringa (1887-1975)]. / Eerste vrouwelijke lector prothetische tandheelkunde: mej. Jans Gretha Schuiringa (1887-1975).

As the first woman lecturer in prosthetic dentistry at the Dental Institute of the University of Utrecht, Jans Gretha Schuiringa (1887-1975) had to win a position in a rapidly developing field. She undeniably made a significant contribution to the development of dental education and more specifically to the field of dental surgical prosthetics. Her dedication to her patients led her to strive continuously for better methods of treatment. From time to time, however, her militant character provoked resistance from her colleagues, curators of the medical faculty and students. After dentistry had obtained the ius promovendi in 1947, she was passed over for a professorship and felt, as a result, that she was not properly acknowledged. Archival research shows that her personality played a major role in her rejection.

California Women in Dentistry: A Look Back.

California's female dentists have experienced many professional and societal challenges. Their earliest achievements and successes are examined, including their history in the early California schools of dentistry and dental societies, their service and professional practice. A diverse selection of female dentists from California with different professional career paths is profiled.

Women in Prosthodontics: A Brief Look at Pioneers, Leaders, and Inspirers.

There are several women pioneers in prosthodontics, and each deserves recognition and admiration for all she has achieved in helping bridge the gender gap in dentistry. Women have come a long way from being first depicted as a thieving woman assistant in early 1523 to becoming award-winning, Board-certified clinicians, program directors, department chairs, and deans of dental schools. However, current female resident membership in the American College of Prosthodontists is less than 40%. Women in leadership roles are still scarce, and advancement is still needed. This article provides a brief summary of the history of prosthodontics, highlighting prominent women prosthodontists and their stories, while providing inspiration for future prosthodontists, men as well as women.

Hannelore Loevy Taschini CS MS PhD, Pediatric Dentist and Dental Historian (1932-2013).

This paper follows the story of an immigrant from Germany who came via South America to settle in the United States, Hannelore Loevy. She became a leading pediatric dentist, researcher, and advocate for women in dentistry, as well as a lauded dental historian. Dr. Hannelore Loevy was well respected in both the USA and abroad. Her love of the profession is demonstrated by the wide variety of positions she occupied and honors she received.

'Dentists' and the establishment of the Anglo-American profession in the eighteenth century: part 2. Public recognition.

This series of papers examines how the Anglo-American dental profession was established in the eighteenth century, examining its need for a name and identity, public recognition and official status. This second paper will explore the introduction of the title dentist to the public, and the development of the concept of the dental patient.

The Massachusetts Dental Society: 150 years of greatness.

Over the last century and a half, the Massachusetts Dental Society (MDS) has evolved from a small group of dentists meeting to share knowledge into a complex, well-functioning organization of nearly 5,000 dentists that meets the needs of its members, as well as those of the general population. Its mission is dedicated to "improving the oral health of the public and professional development of its membership through initiatives in education, advocacy and promotion of the highest professional standards." What began as a small group of dentists has evolved into a large, effective body that has endeavored to better the practice of dentistry and improve the oral health of residents in the Commonwealth. And in 2014, the MDS is celebrating its Sesquicentennial.

Apuntes históricos sobre la presencia de la mujer en la Estomatología villaclareña / Historical notes on the presence of women in Villa Clara's Dentistry

Fundamento: la presencia de la mujer en la Estomatología a lo largo de la historia, no ha sido un hecho irreverente o casual; el presente estudio indaga al respecto por la ausencia de textos que refieran su contribución en la citada profesión. Objetivo: caracterizar la presencia de la mujer en el desarrollo de la Estomatología en Villa Clara. Métodos: se realizó una investigación descriptiva, empleando métodos empíricos: análisis documental y entrevistas a gestores de la historia e informantes clave; teóricos: análisis- síntesis, hermenéutico-dialéctico e histórico-lógico, al estudiar la evolución histórica de la profesión y el papel de la mujer en dicho proceso. Resultados: se destaca la participación de las féminas villaclareñas que alcanzaron su título universitario en los siglos XIX y XX, por su relevante labor. Se resaltó la dimensión humanista de las mencionadas en el estudio, verdaderos paradigmas, en función de formar valores en los futuros profesionales. Conclusiones: la mujer ha estado presente en el decursar histórico de la carrera de Estomatología, desde su labor docente, asistencial, investigativa y gerencial. Villa Clara cuenta con profesionales que por sus aportes científicos han contribuido a su desarrollo, y por su dimensión ético moral, a la formación de valores en las nuevas generaciones(AU)

Apuntes históricos sobre la presencia de la mujer en la Estomatología villaclareña / Historical notes on the presence of women in Villa Clara's Dentistry

Fundamento: la presencia de la mujer en la Estomatología a lo largo de la historia, no ha sido un hecho irreverente o casual; el presente estudio indaga al respecto por la ausencia de textos que refieran su contribución en la citada profesión. Objetivo: caracterizar la presencia de la mujer en el desarrollo de la Estomatología en Villa Clara. Métodos: se realizó una investigación descriptiva, empleando métodos empíricos: análisis documental y entrevistas a gestores de la historia e informantes clave; teóricos: análisis- síntesis, hermenéutico-dialéctico e histórico-lógico, al estudiar la evolución histórica de la profesión y el papel de la mujer en dicho proceso. Resultados: se destaca la participación de las féminas villaclareñas que alcanzaron su título universitario en los siglos XIX y XX, por su relevante labor. Se resaltó la dimensión humanista de las mencionadas en el estudio, verdaderos paradigmas, en función de formar valores en los futuros profesionales. Conclusiones: la mujer ha estado presente en el decursar histórico de la carrera de Estomatología, desde su labor docente, asistencial, investigativa y gerencial. Villa Clara cuenta con profesionales que por sus aportes científicos han contribuido a su desarrollo, y por su dimensión ético moral, a la formación de valores en las nuevas generaciones.

Background: the presence of women in Dentistry throughout history has not been a fortuitous or irreverent fact. The present study investigates this issue because of the lack of literature referring their contribution to this profession. Objective: to characterize the presence of women in the development of Dentistry in Villa Clara. Methods: a descriptive study was conducted using empirical methods that included a documentary analysis and interviews with history promoters and key informants. The theoretical methods used included analysis-synthesis, hermeneutic-dialectical method and historical-logical method, studying the historical development of the profession and the role of women in the process. Results: the participation of Villa Clara's women who achieved their undergraduate degree in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries stands out for their outstanding work. The humanistic dimension of these women is highlighted in the study, as true paradigms, with the aim of forming values in future professionals. Conclusions: women have been in the course of the history of Dentistry undergraduate studies, in teaching, assistance, research and managerial activities. Villa Clara has professionals who, for their scientific contributions, have help toward its development, and for their ethical and moral dimension have contributed to the formation of values in the new generations.