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fromMail Online
11 hours ago
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Neanderthal 'dentists' used stone drills to treat cavities, study says

Neanderthals drilled and treated a decayed molar 59,000 years ago, showing diagnosis, targeted intervention, and cause-and-effect understanding.
fromArs Technica
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Neanderthals drilled cavities to treat a toothache 59,000 years ago

A 59,000-year-old Neanderthal tooth shows intentional drilling to remove infected tissue and relieve pain, providing the oldest evidence of dentistry.
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fromArs Technica
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Neanderthals drilled cavities to treat a toothache 59,000 years ago

A 59,000-year-old Neanderthal tooth shows intentional drilling to remove infected tissue and relieve pain, providing the oldest evidence of dentistry.
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