Strange wear marks on the teeth of Paleolithic people in Central Europe have long puzzled scientists, but new research may finally reveal the cause. Reading time 2 minutes Numerous human remains ...

A new research suggests that cheek piercings were popular as long ago as 30,000 years, with teenagers and children as young as 10 years old sporting labrets during the Ice Age. Biological ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. An example of enamel wear on the side of Ice Age teeth from Dolní Vestonice, Czech Republic. | ...

New scientific research suggests that cheek piercings were popular as long ago as 30,000 years, as chipped teeth and bones are examined. John Willman, a biological anthropologist, believes that his ...

A study of Paleolithic skeletons from Central Europe suggests people's teeth were worn down and crowded together because of cheek piercings. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...