George Washington was Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army and first President of the United States. However, he has become equally renowned for his teeth. This article seeks to explore the various myths surrounding George Washington’s teeth, their legacy, and what they represented about 18th century expectations and perceptions of the body. Washington’s Dental History Portrait of George Washington by James Peale, 1782. Source: Look and …
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