Forms And Uses Of The Teeth.

Duration: 1 reel

Year Published: 1943

Creator: Encyclopaedia Britannica Films Inc

Description: Various adaptations of animal teeth are pictured such as the tearing teeth of the carnivore, gripping fangs of the snake, incisors of the beaver—the highly specialized tusks of the elephant, wart hog, and walrus. The adaptation of teeth to herbivore and carnivorous diets is indicated. Human teeth are shown, their types, their uses, their importance to health. Corrective dentistry is suggested.

Complete Record: FORMS AND USES OF THE TEETH. c1943. 1 reel, sd. Appl. authors: Marjorie F. Ellis, Kenneth R. Edwards. © Eastman Kodak Co.; 4Jun43; MP14296.

Metadata Source:Educational Film Guide 1946