The Monthly Review of Dental Surgery, No. VIII. October, 1880. Vol. I. The Journal of the British Dental Association

"The Monthly Review of Dental Surgery, No. VIII. October, 1880. Vol. I." by Various is a late 19th-century scientific journal that offers a snapshot of dental surgery's progress and debates during that time. It highlights how dental surgeons were trained and educated, along with surgical methods and new ideas that were popular during the time. The writings emphasize broad education in general and dental surgery, with a special focus on anatomy knowledge and skill with one's hands. The publication investigates topics like tooth transplants, the application of materials such as amalgams, and the mechanical principles required for success in dentistry. The articles work to increase standards and connections among dentists, revealing the difficulties and potential that the dental field experienced at the time.