The Persistence of Teeth with the Teeth Girl

Sink your teeth into this episode of The Blunt Letters Podcast, where your hosts - Micaela, Elle, and Jerbil - are joined by the extraordinary Keely, aka "teeth girl." Together, we explore of the intriguing persistence of teeth in the fossil record. Keely delves into the insights these dental relics offer about the migration patterns of ancient people, shedding light on the dietary habits and lifestyles that formed early civilizations. Plus, we discuss the vital role saliva plays in maintaining optimal dental health. Prepare to be spellbound by this toothy episode as these dental enthusiasts unravel the mysteries concealed within the enigmatic world of teeth. Featuring Original Song “Woul u eat me up” by Micaela Superstar References: What is Mass Spectrometry? Dr. Vicky Oelze  New stable isotope map of Angola helps archaeologists trace individual life histories across the African Diaspora Systematic Comparison of C3 and C4 Plants Based on Metabolic Network Analysis How sharks could aid human tooth regeneration Why Do Humans Have Shrinking Jaws?Meet the Dentist to the DeadA Beeswax Dental Filling That Lasted 6,500 Years  The ancient Mayan practice of dental modification Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal by Mary Roach Saliva protects teeth against cavities more than we thought