Object ID Number:
EH102170
Object Name:
Straight Diagnostolite
Manufacturer:
Cameron Surgical Specialty Co. Chicago, USA
Description / History:
Early 20th century Cameron Straight Diagnostolite. Pat. in October 31, 1922 and sold for $2.00. The diagnostolite is a transillumination device. Transillumination is method of examination by passage of white light through the oral cavity to distinguish between healthy and damaged tissue.