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Neanderthal tooth from Siberian cave shows signs of earliest-known invasive dental surgery - study

The molar showed that the Neanderthal who underwent the dental procedure was an adult, though the researchers do not know the individual's gender.

Views from five different angles of a molar of an adult Neanderthal individual, discovered at Chagyrskaya Cave in the Siberia region of Russia and dating to about 59,000 years ago, seen in this undated image released on May 13, 2026.
 Neanderthal life. Illustration.

Extremely painful: Evidence suggests Neanderthals performed root canals 59,000 years ago

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Man indicted for illegally operating dental clinic in Rishon Lezion for nine years

Why do people with post-trauma avoid dental treatments?

Why do people with post-trauma avoid dental treatments?


Researchers discovered: These vegetables help prevent cavities

Researchers have discovered a natural molecule from cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli and cabbage, which is capable of breaking down up to 90% of the bacteria that cause tooth decay.

Broccoli and cabbage to prevent cavities

Research found: Why are our teeth more crooked than those of our ancestors?

Studies on ancient skulls reveal how the transition to agriculture and processed food changed the structure of the human jaw and led to the rise of crooked teeth.

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London dentist claims hidden triangle unlocks da Vinci's Vitruvian Man code

A study says a triangle between the Vitruvian Man’s feet reveals a 1.64 ratio, also found in Bonwill’s jaw model and natural crystal structures. Published in the Journal of Mathematics and the Arts.

 London dentist claims hidden triangle unlocks da Vinci's Vitruvian Man code.

Without you noticing: This is the extreme way your body reacts to war

The inner stress may not be visible, but it manifests through a variety of physical symptoms that can be severe. Teeth grinding is one of them.

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MaccabiDent launches a new service for appointment switching with a click between patients

MaccabiDent is launching a new service called SWITCH IT, which will allow patients to switch appointments between themselves through the app, without the need to contact a call center.

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The baby has grown first teeth? Here's how to take care of them properly

At what age should teeth be brushed, how to choose a suitable toothbrush, and what about fluoride in early childhood? A pediatric dental specialist with all the answers.

 Get them used to brushing their teeth twice a day from a young age

Israel’s healthcare workforce lags behind OECD averages despite growth in doctors and nurses

Despite an increase in medical professionals, Israel’s healthcare workforce remains below the OECD average, highlighting ongoing challenges.

Doctor holds a stethoscope in front of a hospital background (illustrative)

Advanced dentistry from Tel Aviv to Netivot: At Smart Dental, all experts are under one roof

Avigail Hayon dreamed of establishing an advanced dental clinic in her hometown of Netivot. This is how she founded Smart Dental.

 Avigail Hayon

How Yahya Sinwar was identified from a medical perspective - Explainer

Oral and orthodontic specialists confirm that the jaw structure of the body discovered in the Gaza ruins matches Sinwar’s distinctive dental features.

 The teeth of Yahya Sinwar.

Solutions for extreme cases in dental implants

Explore advanced techniques like sinus lift, zygomatic implants, and subperiosteal implants for complex dental cases.