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Voltaire, medicine, and dentistry.
1State University of New York at Stony Brook 11794.
Summary
This paper explores 18th-century French writer Voltaire's extensive medical and dental issues, including periodontal disease and tooth loss, offering insights into historical medical practices.
Area of Science:
- History of Medicine
- Dental History
- 18th-Century Studies
Background:
- Voltaire, a prominent 18th-century French intellectual, frequently documented his health concerns in letters.
- His health struggles included systemic disorders and severe periodontal disease, leading to near edentulism by age 50.