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UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1900: A humorous cartoon trade card of a dentist pulling a tooth with all his might as the patient is strapped down and suffering. This Victorian trade card was not used to promoted a dental office but a variety of other retail establishments. It was from a series of profession and each one done in a mocking fashion. (Photo by Buyenlarge/Getty Images)

UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1900:  A humorous cartoon trade card of a dentist pulling a tooth with all his might as the patient is strapped down and suffering. This Victorian trade card was not used to promoted a dental office but a variety of other retail establishments. It was from a series of profession and each one done in a mocking fashion.  (Photo by Buyenlarge/Getty Images)