Whether they were driven by the aesthetics of a full smile or simply the ability to chew, people throughout history have looked for ways to replace missing teeth. And thankfully, dental implants have come a long way. Dental implants are surgical components placed within the bone of the jaw or skull to support a dental prosthetic, such as a crown, bridge, or denture. However, some 4,000 years ago, the Chinese replaced missing teeth with carved bamboo pegs. And, 3,000 years ago, an Egyptian pharaoh had a copper peg hammered into his upper jaw bone. And although it was likely installed after the pharaoh’s death, it is the first recorded case of a metal replacement tooth. Recently, a 2,300-year-old iron false tooth was found among real teeth in a French Celtic grave. Experts believe it was also planted after the bearer died, as the hammering process would have been excruciating. Just two centuries back, people tried to replace lost teeth with animal teeth or teeth they purchased from slaves or poor people. However, these replacement teeth likely led to infection and rejection.
Archaeologists have discovered 1,350-year-old skulls with teeth
The Ancient History
constructed from various materials, including jade and seashells. In some cases, the false teeth had even been fused to the jawbone. In 1931, Wilson Popenoe and his wife were excavating Mayan ruins in Honduras when they found a jaw with three carved, tooth- shaped shells in the lower jaw of human remains. Interestingly, the bone structure around the shell showed signs of regeneration! Today, dental implants are considered the most advanced solution for missing teeth. We’ve come a long way, but without the help of these ancient solutions, we never would have reaped the benefits of today’s titanium implants.
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Sweet and Zesty DETOX SALAD
INGREDIENTS Hoping to shave off those extra holiday pounds or keep up with your New Year’s resolution? Look no further than this easy winter detox salad ! DIRECTIONS
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To make the salad, add all ingredients to a large bowl; toss to combine. To make the dressing, add all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Pulse until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper or add extra honey for a sweeter taste. Drizzle dressing over salad and serve immediately.
3 cups chopped kale leaves
1 large carrot, roughly chopped
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2 cups chopped broccoli florets
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1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
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2 cups chopped red cabbage
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 cup matchstick carrots
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1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger
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1 cup chopped cilantro
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1 tablespoon honey
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1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
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1 tablespoon white miso
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1/3 cup sliced green onions
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1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 diced avocado
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Recipe inspired by GimmeSomeOven.com
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