Neanderthal dentists used stone drills to treat cavities nearly 60k years ago

Hacker NewsMay 15, 2026
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Recent findings suggest that Neanderthals were capable of dental care, utilizing stone drills to treat cavities nearly 60,000 years ago. This discovery sheds light on the advanced skills and practices of early humans in managing health and hygiene, challenging previous assumptions about their capabilities.

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