Tin of Sozodent Powder for the Teeth, 1880s
Item
Title
Tin of Sozodent Powder for the Teeth, 1880s
Date
1880
Description
Created in 1859 by druggist Roswell Van Buskirk of New Jersey, the name “Sozodent” was derived from the Greek words sozo and dontia meaning “to save” and “teeth,” respectively.
Identifier
#3 H-962
Rights
Courtesy of UNMC College of Dentistry, through the support of the Dental Museum Fund and curated by Dr. Stanton D. Harn