Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for East Ham]
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injection was given. Fillings were done where possible, and
dentures supplied occasionally. In the case of babies (under 5
years of age) fillings were done when possible, and bad teeth
extracted either by local injection or by freezing; the gums with
ethyl-chloride.
It would be a good thing if the expectant mother could be
made to realise the utmost importance it is to her unborn child,
for herself to have a clean and healthy mouth.
May I record my appreciation of the conscientious hard work
done by my colleague Mr. Hall, and also of the two Dental Nurses.
My thanks are due to the School Medical Officers, Nurses and
Teachers, and clerical staff for their kind assistance throughout
the year.
I have the honour to be, Sir,
Your obedient Servant,
C. S. NEAME.