We all have had moments in our life that have helped shape us into who we are today. The same holds true for the United States, as the 4th of July is one of many pivotal moments in American History. On that day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was signed, giving the then thirteen colonies independence from Britain.

As we celebrate with hamburgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob and fireworks, I thought it would be fun to take a look back at some of the earlier key moments in dentistry that have helped shaped the industry into what it is today. Don’t see a moment on here? Tell us in the comments section!