Exhibitions and events

The challenge of the perfect embouchure

Maurice Porter was a pioneering dentist in the latter half of the 20th century - he provided treatments to help professional and amateur wind instrument musicians achieve a lip seal (embouchure), when they were affected by poor oral health. Find out more about his life and work in this upcoming exhibition.

The Dentists Act, 1921

This year marks 100 years since the passing of the Dentists Act, 1921. This display explore the battles between organisations and individuals in their efforts to close the profession to the unqualified dentist.

The story of NHS dentistry

We take a look at the history and development of NHS dentistry since it's inception in 1948 and celebrate the work of NHS dentists across the UK today, as well as the challenges still faced in terms of ensuring good oral health for all.

St Apollonia in stained glass

Come and see our incredibly rare and beautiful depiction of St Apollonia (the patron saint of toothache) on a former church window on display in our Museum and learn about her history.