Why Did the Ancient Egyptians Suffer From Poor Dental Health?
A study published in the Journal of Comparative Human Biology has shed light on the dental health of ancient Egyptians. A total of 3,000 mummies were studied, and the results have led to interesting findings. The findings showed that, " Worn teeth, periodontal diseases, abscesses and cavities tormented the ancient Egyptians ... " The teeth in 18 percent of the mummies showed signs of a vast array of dental health disorders. Many of the mummies also showed signs of bone disorders and fractures. What this study fails to tell us is why this occurred.
What could lead to the Egyptians having weak bones and poor
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Lorenzi, Rossella. Bad teeth tormented ancient Egyptians. Dec. 3, 2009. Retrieved from:
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