Ida Gray Nelson Rollins, DDS: The First Female African-American Dentist Today we are discussing Ida Gray Nelson Rollins, who was the first African-American woman to earn a dental degree in the United States. Dr. Rollins shattered barriers and paved the way for countless women in dentistry. Her groundbreaking achievement not only signifies a monumental step in the history of
Read MoreWho Was the First Female Dentist & Her Impact on Dentistry While more women are finding success in the dental field than ever before, there was a time in which all dentists were male. The first women who ventured into dentistry should be noted for their bravery, no doubt, but they should also be celebrated for opening the doors
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