Molars Collection

Skull anatomy by Leonardo da Vinci. Historical artwork and notes on the anatomy of the human skull and teeth, by the Italian artist and scientist Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)

Page from The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature (engraving)
979978 Page from The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The teeth of adults and children (colour litho)
6032033 The teeth of adults and children (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The teeth in health and disease (engraving)
5223892 The teeth in health and disease (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The teeth in health and disease)

Molars (coloured engraving)
1000375 Molars (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustrator:Weber From A Die SAaugthiere in Abbildungen nach der Natur mit BeschreibungenA)

Childs molars and tongue. View of a 12-year-old girls lower teeth and tongue. The molars are in their pre-wisdom teeth eruption configuration

Sheep skull. Coloured X-ray of a sagittal section through a sheeps (Ovis aries) skull. Sheep have 32 permanent teeth; 12 molars and eight incisors on the bottom jaw and 12 molars on the top jaw

Dentist, Jacob Gole, Cornelis Pietersz. Bega, 1670 - 1724

Dentist, print maker: Jan van Somer, Jan Both, 1655 - 1700

Dentist, Jan van der Bruggen, 1659 - 1681

Molars and Tusk orWalrus

Eurasian Badger, meles meles specimen, side view of a badgers skull. The crested skull showing the canine teeth and molars set in powerful jaws with a wrap around hinge

Dental maxillary nerve regions, artwork C016 / 6835
Dental maxillary nerve regions. Artwork of the teeth of the upper jaw (maxilla), seen from below, colour-coded by the branches of the superior alveolar nerve that supply the maxillary teeth

Homo heidelbergensis teeth C015 / 6545
Homo heidelbergensis teeth. These molar teeth are worn down with age and the effect of diet. This fossil specimen is from the Sima de los Huesos site, Sierra de Atapuerca, Spain

Homo heidelbergensis teeth C015 / 6546
Homo heidelbergensis teeth. These tooth show marks (grooves near the gum line) left by the use of tooth picks. This fossil specimen is from the Sima de los Huesos site, Sierra de Atapuerca, Spain

Natural history specimens, 18th century C013 / 7818
Natural history specimens. 18th-century artwork of various natural history specimens, including vertebrae (top, fish vertebra at left), elephant molars (centre), a diagram of a drumming-well

Chimpanzee skull, X-ray
Chimpanzee skull. Coloured X-ray of a side view of a chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) skull. The cranium (upper right) is considerably smaller than in humans

Teeth and gums. Computer artwork of healthy teeth and gums. Adults have 32 permanent teeth

Set of teeth, computer artwork

Human skull with teeth, computer artwork
Close up x-ray view of a closed mouth. This image highlights the teeth in the jaw with no surrounding tissue or muscle

Teeth, 3D CT scan. Frontal view of a persons jaw and teeth with braces on the upper teeth. The wisdom teeth (upper left and upper right) have not yet penetrated the gums

Mastodon teeth, 19th century artwork
Mastodon teeth (molars), 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

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"Molars: The Powerhouses of Chewing and Dental Health" Step into the world of molars, as depicted by renowned artist Leonardo da Vinci in his intricate sketches of skull anatomy. Explore the fascinating realm of these vital teeth through engravings from "The Pictorial Museum of Animated Nature, " capturing their significance in both adults and children. Delve deeper into the subject with a color lithograph showcasing "The Teeth in Health and Disease. " Witness the impact that proper dental care can have on these resilient molars, preventing decay and ensuring overall oral well-being. Vibrant colored engravings bring to life the intricate structure and function of molars. These powerful grinding teeth play an essential role in breaking down food for digestion, enabling us to savor every bite. Marvel at a child's set accompanied by a playful tongue, highlighting their growth and development during early years. Compare this to a sheep skull, emphasizing similarities between human dentition and that found in other mammals. Travel back centuries ago through captivating prints by esteemed artists such as Jacob Gole, Cornelis Pietersz Bega, Jan van Somer, Jan Both, and Jan van der Bruggen. These depictions offer glimpses into historical dental practices while underscoring society's recognition of dentistry's importance. Finally, encounter an intriguing engraving featuring not only molars but also tusks from a walrus—a reminder that nature has bestowed different forms of specialized teeth upon various creatures for survival purposes. In this amalgamation of artistry and science lies our appreciation for molars—the unsung heroes safeguarding our oral health while allowing us to relish life's culinary delights.