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Neanderthal gene determines the shape of teeth, study finds
Your smile is likely one of the first things a person notices about you. Now, experts have found that the shape of our teeth may have been influenced by Neanderthals. A study has revealed that ...
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Your flossing technique may depend on the shape of your teeth
Is it true that your tooth shape and other things may dictate how you’re supposed to floss? Dental experts recommend flossing teeth at least once a day, ideally before bed. The goal is to remove food ...
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Genes that determine tooth shape identified
Genetic variants that determine the shape of your teeth – including a gene inherited from Neanderthals – have been identified by a team co-led by UCL researchers. In a new paper published in ...
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The flossing techniques and tips your dentist might not have told you
Is it true that your tooth shape and other things may dictate how you’re supposed to floss? Dental experts recommend flossing teeth at least once a day, ideally before bed. The goal is to remove ...