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Episode 70: The Chemistry of Dentistry

Episode 70: The Chemistry of Dentistry

Distillations | Science History Institute · Science History Institute

June 5, 200911m 16s

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Show Notes

Distillations takes a look at the history and chemistry of dentistry. We find out how baking soda cleans your teeth and lidocaine numbs your gums.

SHOW CLOCK

00:00 Opening Credits

00:31 Introduction

01:15 Chemical Agent: Sodium Bicarbonate

03:15 Chemistry in Your Cupboard: DIY Dental Care

06:00 Feature: Lidocaine to Numb the Pain

10:32 Closing Credits

CREDITS

Special thanks to Ari Daniel Shapiro, Anke Timmermann, and Audra Wolfe for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.