Find your smile at the National Museum of Dentistry!
Smile-inspiring exhibitions and innovative programs make a national impact to educate the public about the importance of good oral health to a healthy life.
On Site
See amazing teeth feats, marvel at George Washington’s choppers (they’re not made of wood, after all!), sing along to vintage toothpaste commercials, and discover fascinating exhibitions that encourage good oral health habits and celebrate the heritage and future of dentistry. An Affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Museum of Dentistry is designated by Congress as the nation’s official museum of the dental profession.
Online
Find out how to have a healthy smile online at www.MouthPower.org! Created by the National Museum of Dentistry in partnership with the American Dental Association, this entertaining and educational web experience helps children explore how to brush and floss, make healthy food choices, and steer clear of the pitfalls of tobacco. Available in English and Spanish.
Across the Country
Visit traveling exhibitions created by the National Museum of Dentistry at children’s and science museums nationwide. These engaging exhibitions have reached more than 2 million people in 32 cities and 21 states, inspiring visitors of all ages to keep their smiles bright and healthy.
Mission
The National Museum of Dentistry inspires people to make healthy choices about oral health by creating and sharing learning opportunities that celebrate the heritage and future of dentistry, the achievements of dental professionals and the importance of oral health in a healthy life.
Through our mission, we are committed to:
- Providing the public, especially children, with access to information about oral health
- Serving the dental profession as the leading repository of dental history through our collections, archives and expertise.
- Developing exhibitions and programs that engage audiences in learning about oral health
