Medieval Gold Teeth: Scotland's Earliest Dental Bridge

Archaeologists in Aberdeen unearthed a gold dental bridge from the 15th century, the earliest known restorative dentistry find in Scotland. Crafted from twenty-carat gold, silver, and copper wire, it served both functional and cosmetic purposes. The wealthy man, buried at Saint Nicholas Church, showcased his status with a perfect smile, a trend that echoes through history from medieval times to modern-day hip-hop culture. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2af11a59a34e429a

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