Researchers discover evidence of Neanderthal dental cavity treatment in 59,000-year-old tooth
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Researchers discover evidence of Neanderthal dental cavity treatment in 59,000-year-old tooth

Scientists analyzing a molar from Chagyrskaya Cave in Siberia identified tool marks and a cavity consistent with intentional drilling or excavation performed...

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This event sits in the top 57% of divergence this week. 2 outlets covered it, splitting into 2 framing camps across 1 bias group.
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CNNLeft9h ago
59,000-year-old Neanderthal tooth shows earliest evidence of dentistry
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NPRLeft3h ago
Neanderthals may have drilled out a cavity 59,000 years ago
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Event #7505 · analyzed at 2026-05-13T20:50 UTC · last updated 1h ago