This dental adhesive has proved remarkably durable: More than half of such modified teeth from archaeological digs still have their stone inlays intact.
Maya dentists drilled holes into the enamel and dentine, then fit the stones and applied a sealant, usually as part of a rite of passage to adulthood. The views and opinions expressed here are the commentators' own and do not reflect the official position of Atheist Republic.Īncient Maya tooth sealant glued gemstones in place-and may have prevented tooth decay.ĭuring the Classic period (200 to 900 C.E.), Maya people affixed colored stones such as jade, turquoise, and pyrite to the front of their teeth. 🎧 Listen to our news podcast on iTunes, Stitcher or your favorite podcast app: įollow Susanna (Atheist Republic CEO, Ex-Christian, Ex-Catholic, Ex-Antifa)įollow Armin Navabi (Atheist Republic Founder, Ex-Muslim, Ex-Shia)
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