Key Points
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Discusses the instruments invented by Dr Coupland for use in oral surgery in the early twentieth century.
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Highlights Dr Coupland's publications and academic contribution.
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Reflects on the impact Dr Coupland has had on dentistry.
Abstract
Little is known about Dr Coupland, despite the use of his instruments in everyday dental practice. The aim of this article is to inform the reader about the life, works and inventions of Dr Coupland.
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Our sincere thanks to Geri Smith (enthusiastic genealogist) and Helen He (University of Toronto Library, Faculty of Dentistry) for their discoveries and help with this article.
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McKernon, S., Gartshore, L. Dr Coupland 4 May 1901 – 12 May 1936. Br Dent J 224, 973–975 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.bdj.2018.447
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