Human Origins
What Ancient Dental Calculus Reveals: Microfossils, DNA, and Proteins as Windows on Human Diet, Health, and Environment
Ancient dental calculus, hardened plaque on teeth, serves as a unique fossilized record preserving microfossils, DNA, and proteins. These components offer rich insights into ancient human diet, health, disease, and environment, complementing traditional archaeological evidence.
Dr. Elena Ortiz·November 10, 2026
