Simmons College (1938, B.S.); Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene (1939, RDH); Tufts University School of Dental Medicine (1948, DMD; 1966, Advanced Periodontal Certification)
Occupation(s)
Dentist, educator, author
Years active
1939–2016
Notable work
Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist
Spouse
James Gallagher (1966-1988; his death)
Esther Mae Wilkins (December 9, 1916 – December 12, 2016) was an American dental hygienist, dentist and author of the first comprehensive book on dental hygiene, Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist (first edition published in 1959).[1] The dental instrument known as the Wilkins/Tufts Explorer was named after her.[1][2][3]
^ abFlaherty, Julie (March 13, 2012). "By the Book". Tufts Now. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
^Demers, Daniel (October 24, 2013). "Dr. Esther Wilkins: The rock star of dental hygiene". DrBicuspid.com. Retrieved December 13, 2016.
^Hartley, Mark (December 16, 2016). "Dr. Esther Wilkins, a dental hygiene icon, passes away". Dentistry IQ. Retrieved December 16, 2016.
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