Preventive Dentistry in the United States Air Force: 1952-1976 People, Places, Events.

摘要

The USAF Preventive Dentistry Program, established in the early 1950's, was the first officially integrated program of preventive dental services in the Armed Forces. This article traces the history of prevention in the USAF with a special emphasis on people, places, and events. The following topics are discussed: the developments of topical and systemic fluorides, role of the USAF Dental Health Officer, courses for enlisted and officer personnel, training aids, preventive workshops, overseas preventive programs, and recent developments.