Surgical Anatomy Chart - Tooth Extraction and Straightening Techniques

Reproduction of the Anatomical Chart – Extraction and Straightening of Teeth

This meticulous reproduction, taken from Bourgery and Bernard 's Traité complet de l'anatomie de l'homme (1866-1871), illustrates complex techniques for extracting and straightening teeth out of alignment. Each figure highlights methods used to treat canine positional anomalies, whether to extract them or realign them within the dental arch. The use of specific instruments such as watchmakers' forceps and the pelican demonstrates the sophistication of 19th-century dental practice, while providing a detailed view of orthodontic straightening and extraction procedures.

The exceptional quality of these engravings is reflected in the precision of the movements and tools depicted, capturing every detail with great finesse. The illustrations convey not only the technique but also the aesthetics of the maneuvers, offering a clear vision of dental procedures. The careful composition of the drawings reinforces the harmony between art and science, making this plate as captivating as it is educational for any medical history enthusiast.

This reproduction, printed on high-quality paper, is ideal for enriching a private or professional collection dedicated to historical dentistry. Faithful to the original, it elegantly captures the ingenuity and expertise of 19th-century practitioners. Perfect for enhancing a dental practice or a medical history collection, this unique piece combines aesthetics and scientific precision.

Illustration caption:
FIGURES 1 and 2. Extraction of wisdom teeth from the lower jaw with the Garengeot key with a single hook. - Fig. 1, right alveolar edge; Fig. 2, left alveolar edge.
FIGURES 3 and 4. Extraction of wisdom teeth from the upper jaw with the Z-hook on the Garengeot key. - Fig. 3, luxation of the tooth outwards; fig. 4, example of luxation inwards, when the space between the alveolar edge and the coronoid process, covered with soft tissue, is insufficient to accommodate the bit.
FIGURE 5. (a) Extraction of a canine out of line and protruding inward, when the neighboring healthy teeth are otherwise well arranged. (b) Straightening of a canine out of line and protruding outward, when a neighboring tooth being removed allows a space to be found for it. A plate is placed inside, and receives in its holes the wire which pulls on the tooth to bring it back into its row.
FIGURE 6. (a) Extraction of a protruding canine inward in the upper jaw. The operation is illustrated with the watchmaker's forceps, but the luxation can be started with the pelican, unless the forceps or forceps are used for extraction. (b) Small oblique molar, which can be straightened as in the previous figure.