symbolized rejuvenation, healing and rebirth. The best known of his children include Hygieia, from whose name the word “hygiene” is derived and Panaceia from which the word “panacea” a cure-all or universal remedy originates. - See more at: http://www.deardoctor.com/dentistry/blog/meaning-behind-the-official-symbol-of-dentistry#sthash.iix8hy8u.dpuf