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fromArs Technica
17 hours ago

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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fromIndependent
9 months ago

Tens of thousands of children finishing primary school without dental checks due to lack of HSE dentists

HSE dental staffing shortages have resulted in delayed screenings for children, increasing the risk of untreated tooth decay.
fromSun Sentinel
11 months ago

Florida just created a law to ban fluoride in water. What should you do now?

Seeing a dentist regularly is going to be more important than ever.
Miami food
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