Later, in 1921, another dentist, Joseph Lascaux, improved the machine and rebranded the sweet as "cotton candy"—the name we use today. It’s a playful twist of history that a dental professional, whose work centers on oral health, played a key role in inventing a beloved sugary treat.

This unexpected origin story highlights how creativity can cross professional boundaries, turning a collaboration between a dentist and a candy maker into a timeless confection enjoyed by generations.