J Tomczyk
Datos Biográficos
| ID | 17914 |
|---|---|
| NOMBRE | J Tomczyk |
| NOMBRES | J |
| APELLIDO | Tomczyk |
| FIRMA | TOMCZYK J |
| AFILIACIONES | Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski University in Warsaw |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-0605-665X |
| VERIFICADO | Sí |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 50 |
| TOTAL DE CITAS | 50 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 50 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMER AÑO DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2002 |
| AÑO MÁS RECIENTE DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 4 |
Case study of an osteolitic lesion in the mandible of an individual from Danilo (Croatia)
ObjectiveThis case study presents an osteolytic lesion on the entire mandibular body in an individual from Danilo (Croatia) (17th–18th centuries AD). Materials The individual is an estimated male, with the age of death assessed as 45–49 years. Methods Macroscopic, microscopic and radiographic methods were used to evaluate the osteolitic lesion. Cone Beam Computed Tomography scans were also collected. Results The lesion displays an irregular yet p…
Investigating Diachronic Changes in the Temporomandibular Joint Surface With a New Approach for Three‐Dimensional Surface Area Measurements
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) plays a key role in mastication, and its morphology is influenced by functional loading from biting and chewing. Major dietary shifts in human history, particularly those linked to agricultural and industrial transitions, have substantially reduced masticatory demands. The lowering of the mechanical stress supposedly led to a decrease in the TMJ articular surface area. Although diet‐related effects on craniofacia…
Analysis of periodontal disease in the archaeological population of Dąbrówki (Poland) (16th–17th centuries)
IntroductionPeriodontitis is a disease affecting a significant proportion of both modern and historical populations, and its development is largely associated with poor oral hygiene. Study aim The aim of this study was to assess periodontal status of the historical population of Dąbrówki (Poland), dated to the 16th–17th centuries. Materialand MethodsThe study sample consisted of dental material from 24 individuals (12 females and 12 males), divid…
The mummy of a child from Hawara
Chemical Characterization of Archaeological Pulp Stones from 18th-19th Century Radom, Poland
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P) contents of pulp stones in a historical population (18th-19th centuries) from Radom, Poland. Ten molars from adults from the Radom cemetery (18th-19th centuries) were used in the study. The crowns of the teeth were mechanically opened, and visible pulp stones were examined with a scanning electron microscope equipped with a Si(Li) energy dispersive detector (energy disp…
Characteristics of dental malocclusion in a 18th/19th century population from Radom (Poland)
Case study
Case study of Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease observed in Radom (Poland, 18th–19th century) with literature review
The aim of this study is to present the pathological lesions observed in a skeleton (male, about 35–38 years old) from Radom (Poland), dated to the 18th–19th century. Bone changes were observed in both femurs and both pelvic bones. The head of the femur is enlarged and deformed, described as “mushroom-shaped”, with areas of smooth cortex and cavities, or possible cystic residues. The neck of femur is short and thick. The bone shaft and distal epi…
Assessment of dental caries among children and adults inhabiting Starorypin (11th–12th c.) compared to other Early Medieval populations from Poland
Dental caries testing provides information about diet, hygiene and eating habits. This information can be useful in reconstructing the living conditions of historical populations. The aim of this study was to determine the frequency of dental caries in adults and children in the Early Middle Ages population from Starorypin (Poland) and compare the results with other early medieval populations from Poland. A total of 346 adult permanent teeth and …
Poirier's facet in past human populations from Radom (14th-17th and 18th-19th centuries)
Radom sample do not allow for drawing such unambiguous conclusions, and further analyses are needed.
Spina bifida oculta in skeletal population from Dąbrówki (Poland, Podlaskie Province)
The aim of the study is to evaluate the frequency of spina bifida oculta (SBO) in the early modern population from Dąbrówki (Poland); 26 males, 19 females, 3 adults with unspecified sex, 2 subadult were taken into the analysis. SBO was found in 9 individuals (18%), of whom only one exhibited a complete cleft in the sacrum (2%). In males, SBO was reported in 7 out of 26 skeletons studied (27%). Complete cleft was observed in one individual (4%), p…
Prevalence, Etiology, and Types of Dental Trauma in Self-Assessment of 18-Year-Olds in Poland
The aim of the study is to determine the occurrence and etiology of traumatic dental injuries of permanent teeth and to evaluate the relationship between diagnosed injuries and selected socio-economic indicators. In total, 1741 students aged 18 years, representing all the regions of Poland, took part in the survey. Questionnaires for monitoring studies were prepared in accordance with the criteria of the World Health Organization. Among the respo…
Root and root canal diversity in human permanent maxillary first premolars and first molars in inhabitants from the ancient Middle Euphrates Valley (Syria)
The morphological and anatomical structure of the roots and root canals of human dentition is very diverse. This means that tooth morphology can effectively differentiate populations and be used in both contemporary and historical research populations. The aim of the study was to investigate whether historical populations from the Middle East showed variation in the number of tooth roots and the morphology of canal systems. The tooth material use…
Osteoarthritis in past human populations from Radom (14th-17th and 18th-19th century)
century) in 25% individuals (males, 25.7%; females, 26.5%). In both skeletal samples, the greatest number of OA changes was recorded in the hip and elbow. Knee and ankle were the least affected joints. Osteophytes were the most frequently observed type of lesions, while eburnation was the least frequent. Although the higher prevalence of osteoarthritis in the Modern Period in Radom is noted, the differences are not statistically significant. Taki…
Osteoarthritis in early modern population from Dąbrówki (Podlaskie Province)
The aim of this analized is to evaluate the frequency of osteoarthritis in the early modern population of Dąbrówki (Poland). Evaluation of degenerative joint changes was based on standard methods commonly used in physical anthropology. Three types of changes were studied: osteophytes, porosities, and eburnations. They were analyzed in the shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and proximal ankle joints. Osteoarthritic changes were assessed in 24 fema…
Prevalence of dental caries in the Late Neolithic and Early Bronze Age populations from Żerniki Górne (Poland)
The aim of the studies is to describe the prevalence and distribution of dental caries in two populations from Żerniki Górne (Poland). The first population represented the Corded Ware Culture (CWC) (2550–2350 BC), and the second population belonged to the Trzciniec Culture (TC) (1300–1000 BC). While the TC is identified with a typically agricultural strategy, the CWC culture strategy is still debatable. Two types of strategies are indicated in t…
Dental caries and breastfeeding in early childhood in the late Medieval and Modern populations from Radom, Poland
Studies of dental caries on the deciduous dentition can be a source of information about changes in diet, which can be correlated with the time of eruption of the deciduous and permanent teeth. In this respect, the moment of transition from the maternal diet (mother's milk) to solid food is particularly interesting. The aim of this study was to assess changes in the diet of children who inhabited Radom, Poland, in the late Medieval/early Modern (…
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Cigarette smoking as an oral health risk behavior in adolescents
The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between cigarette smoking and the condition of the teeth and periodontium and the oral health behavior of 18-year-olds. Cross-sectional studies on 1,611 18-year-olds from Poland were conducted in 2017. The questionnaire provided socio-economic data, information about health-related behavior (cigarette smoking and oral health behavior), and absence from school due to oral pain. The dentition s…
Relationships between osteoarthritic changes (osteophytes, porosity, eburnation) based on historical skeletal material
Background: Three main diagnostic types of osteoarthritic changes are distinguished in clinical and anthropological literature: osteophytes, porosity, and eburnation. The nature of the relationship between these changes and how lesions progress over time is still unclear. Aim: The aim of the present study is the analysis of the relationships between osteophytes, porosity, and eburnation based on skeletal material. Subjects and methods: The analys…
A rare case of a supernumerary tooth (mesiodens) in an Iron Age (2470 ± 35 bp ) skeleton from Koziegłowy (Poland)
Although supernumerary teeth are well documented clinically, they are uncommon in contemporary and historical populations. The most common form of supernumerary tooth is the mesiodens. Despite radiological studies of historical dental materials, cases of mesiodens are rarely found. This paper presents the first case of a mesiodens in archeological material from Poland, belonging to an adult male from Koziegłowy (Poland). The remains were dated to…
Case of pulp stones and dental wear in a Mesolithic (5900 ± 100 BC ) individual from Woźna Wieś (Poland)
The present study will focus on the analysis of pulp stones and dental wear of an adult (26–30 years old) individual from Woźna Wieś, dated from the Mesolithic period (5900 ± 100 BC ). The dental material included 14 permanent teeth. Cone beam computed tomography was used in the identification of pulp stones. Pulp stones were classified by location and volume. The scores for mechanical dental wear were based on the scales proposed by Smith and Sc…
Osteoarthritis – a problematic skeletal trait in past human populations. Osteoarthritic changes vs. entheseal changes in the late medieval and early modern population form Łekno
According to medical knowledge, physical activity plays a role in osteoarthritic changes formation. The impact of occupation on osteoarthritic changes development in past human populations is not clear enough, causing problems with interpretation. The aim of the current study is to examine the relationship between osteoarthritis and entheseal changes. Skeletal material comes from the late medieval, early modern population from Łekno (Poland). The…
"Bone former" hypothesis based on the selected medieval and early modern skeletal population from Poland
0.014). Significant relationships between vertebral and extravertebral osteophytes were noted in the female group. It can be claimed that individuals are predicted/or not to be bone formers but whether these bone changes occur depends on the individual lifespan.
Dental caries and isotope studies in the population of Radom (Poland) between the 11th and 19th centuries
This study aims to assess changes in the diet of individuals from Radom (Poland) by applying odontological and physicochemical methods. We evaluated the intensity of dental caries and quality of diet through isotope analyses (δ13C and δ15N). Three consecutive time periods were selected: the early Medieval (EMP, 11th to 12th c.), late Medieval/early Modern (LMP, 14th to 17th c.) and Modern (MP, 18th to19th c.) periods. The dental remains of 247 ad…
Dental caries and isotope studies in the population of Radom (Poland) between the 11th and 19th centuries
This study aims to assess changes in the diet of individuals from Radom (Poland) by applying odontological and physicochemical methods. We evaluated the intensity of dental caries and quality of diet through isotope analyses (δ13C and δ15N). Three consecutive time periods were selected: the early Medieval (EMP, 11th to 12th c.), late Medieval/early Modern (LMP, 14th to 17th c.) and Modern (MP, 18th to19th c.) periods. The dental remains of 247 ad…
Dental caries and stable isotopes analyses in the reconstruction of diet in Mesolithic (6815–5900 BC) individuals from Northeastern Poland
Fluorescence methods ( VistaCam iX proof and Diagnodent pen) for the detection of occlusal carious lesions in teeth recovered from archaeological context
Diagnosis of occlusal enamel caries in archaeologically derived collections remains a controversial problem because the accumulation of contaminants in fissures can interfere with diagnosis. Certain novel light‐induced fluorescence methods, such as the DIAGNODent pen 2190 (DD) and VistaCam iX Proof (VC), have been used to detect dental caries in clinical settings. In this study, the abilities of DD and VC to detect initial enamel caries in archae…
The prevalence of pulp stones in historical populations from the middle euphrates valley (Syria)
There are many reports in the literature concerning pulp stones in contemporary living populations, but there are no descriptions of cases of pulp stones and their prevalence in populations of the past. Here we present a study of pulp stones in a series of archaeologically derived samples from the Middle Euphrates Valley (Syria) obtained from two sites: Terqa and Tell Masaikh. The specimens were assigned to five periods: Early Bronze (2650–2350 B…
Reliability of the Assessment of Periodontal Disease in Historical Populations
Periodontal disease is the destruction of all portions of periodontium. However, only periodontitis, based on whether attachment loss has occurred, can be detected in archaeological material. Therefore, several methods have been used to assess the frequency of periodontitis in past populations. The main scope of this study is to determine whether diagnoses of periodontitis through various methods are consistent with diagnoses obtained using the r…
Anthropological analysis of the osteological material from an ancient tomb (Early Bronze Age) from the middle Euphrates valley, Terqa (Syria)
Terqa, situated on the right bank of the Middle Euphrates, is known to have been a site already in the third and second millennium BC. Excavations which take place in this region aim to provide answers for numerous significant issues connected with the origins of human civilisation. In 2008 season we found a tomb dated 2650-2450 BC, consisting of two chambers with stone domes. The smaller chamber contained many luxury grave goods. The other one w…
Dental caries and breastfeeding in early childhood in the late Medieval and Modern populations from Radom, Poland
Studies of dental caries on the deciduous dentition can be a source of information about changes in diet, which can be correlated with the time of eruption of the deciduous and permanent teeth. In this respect, the moment of transition from the maternal diet (mother's milk) to solid food is particularly interesting. The aim of this study was to assess changes in the diet of children who inhabited Radom, Poland, in the late Medieval/early Modern (…
Periodontitis in the historical population of Radom (Poland) from the 11th to 19th centuries
Periodontitis can be an excellent indirect source of data on the general and oral health, dietary habits, and hygiene of past populations. This study assessed periodontitis in the population of Radom from the 11th century up to the industrial revolution in the 19th century. The dental material was divided into 3 historical series: the Early Medieval (EMP; 11th century), Late Medieval (LMP; 14th-17th century), and Modern (MP; 18th-19th century) pe…
A Probable Case of Thalassemia Intermedia from Tell Masaikh, Syria
In this report, we describe the first potential case of hereditary anaemia from the Middle Euphrates valley (Syria). The skeletal changes identified in the studied specimen were consistent with marrow hyperplasia, and the distribution, especially the involvement of the facial bones, the sternum and ribs, was suggestive of thalassemia. The identified haplotype indicates M4b1 haplogroup suggesting that the analysed specimen was either a newcomer fr…
Pulp Stones Prevalence in a Historical Sample from Radom, Poland (ad 1791-1811)
This paper provides an investigation of pulp stones in a sample drawn from the historical population of Radom, Poland, dating to between ad 1791 and 1811. This study seeks to determine the frequency of pulp stones, and assess the association between pulp stones and sex, age, dental caries, and dental wear. A total of 780 teeth from 121 adult individuals of both sexes (45 females, 76 males) were examined. Analysis was limited to molars. The averag…
Brief communication
In many odontological studies concerning archeological material, there is no analysis of early caries lesions ( caries incipiens ) that manifest as a carious spot. At this stage of caries, the enamel is still hard, and thus, it is impossible to diagnose caries by visual methods. We assessed the usefulness of the DIAGNODent pen (DD laser) in analyzing noncavity lesions on the smooth surface sites of crowns from historical populations. Twenty‐seven…
Chemical Characterization of Archaeological Pulp Stones from 18th-19th Century Radom, Poland
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the calcium (Ca) and phosphorus (P) contents of pulp stones in a historical population (18th-19th centuries) from Radom, Poland. Ten molars from adults from the Radom cemetery (18th-19th centuries) were used in the study. The crowns of the teeth were mechanically opened, and visible pulp stones were examined with a scanning electron microscope equipped with a Si(Li) energy dispersive detector (energy disp…
Osteoarthritis in past human populations from Radom (14th-17th and 18th-19th century)
century) in 25% individuals (males, 25.7%; females, 26.5%). In both skeletal samples, the greatest number of OA changes was recorded in the hip and elbow. Knee and ankle were the least affected joints. Osteophytes were the most frequently observed type of lesions, while eburnation was the least frequent. Although the higher prevalence of osteoarthritis in the Modern Period in Radom is noted, the differences are not statistically significant. Taki…
A rare case of a supernumerary tooth (mesiodens) in an Iron Age (2470 ± 35 bp ) skeleton from Koziegłowy (Poland)
Although supernumerary teeth are well documented clinically, they are uncommon in contemporary and historical populations. The most common form of supernumerary tooth is the mesiodens. Despite radiological studies of historical dental materials, cases of mesiodens are rarely found. This paper presents the first case of a mesiodens in archeological material from Poland, belonging to an adult male from Koziegłowy (Poland). The remains were dated to…
Case of pulp stones and dental wear in a Mesolithic (5900 ± 100 BC ) individual from Woźna Wieś (Poland)
The present study will focus on the analysis of pulp stones and dental wear of an adult (26–30 years old) individual from Woźna Wieś, dated from the Mesolithic period (5900 ± 100 BC ). The dental material included 14 permanent teeth. Cone beam computed tomography was used in the identification of pulp stones. Pulp stones were classified by location and volume. The scores for mechanical dental wear were based on the scales proposed by Smith and Sc…
Stable Isotope Record of Human and Sheep Enamel Carbonate from the Ancient Middle Euphrates Valley (Syria)
Stable isotope analyses of human tooth enamel have allowed us to reconstruct the isotope composition of dietary carbon, changes in the oxygen isotope composition of drinking water and the possible migration of humans in ancient Terqa and Tell Masaikh (SE Syria). δ18Ocarbonate values of human tooth enamel from the interval comprising the Neo-Assyrian to the modern Islamic periods (from 900 BC to AD 1949) generally mirror the isotope composition of…
The Origin of Homo sapiens in the Light of Different Research Methods
Paradigms of anthropology as causes of taxonomic controversies
The thesis of the paper is that the paradigms espoused by scholars affect their taxonomic decisions, which points to a philosophical source of such controversies. The paradigms the author discusses as holding in anthropology, at various times, include: (1) the "fixity-of-species" paradigm, (2) the "Asian roots" paradigm, (3) the "encephalization" paradigm, and (4) the "mid-Tertiary" paradigm
Paradigms of anthropology as causes of taxonomic controversies
The thesis of the paper is that the paradigms espoused by scholars affect their taxonomic decisions, which points to a philosophical source of such controversies. The paradigms the author discusses as holding in anthropology, at various times, include: (1) the "fixity-of-species" paradigm, (2) the "Asian roots" paradigm, (3) the "encephalization" paradigm, and (4) the "mid-Tertiary" paradigm
Hominids' taxonomy. Three levels of discussion
The Origin of Homo sapiens in the Light of Different Research Methods
Anthropological analysis of the osteological material from an ancient tomb (Early Bronze Age) from the middle Euphrates valley, Terqa (Syria)
Terqa, situated on the right bank of the Middle Euphrates, is known to have been a site already in the third and second millennium BC. Excavations which take place in this region aim to provide answers for numerous significant issues connected with the origins of human civilisation. In 2008 season we found a tomb dated 2650-2450 BC, consisting of two chambers with stone domes. The smaller chamber contained many luxury grave goods. The other one w…
Comments on Soltysiak's paper
Frequency and chronological distribution of linear enamel hypoplasia (LEH) in the Late Neolithic and Early Bronze Age population from Żerniki Górne (Poland) – preliminary report
Linear enamel hypoplasia (LEH) is treated as a nonspecific indicator of stress, but even so, many authors consider it the most reliable tool stress in anthropological research. Its analysis allows the reconstruction of health related to the socio-economic status of the group. This study documents and interprets patterns of LEH in Żerniki Górne (Poland), a settlement which was functional in the Late Neolithic and the Early Bronze Age. We examined …
Characterisation of the supraorbital foramen and notch as an exit route for the supraorbital nerve in populations from different climatic conditions
Multiple anomalies in the atlanto-occipital joint (articulation atlanto-occipitalis)
Contemporary populations exhibit numerous skeletal anatomical variations and the atlanto-occipital joint (articulation atlanto-occipitalis) is often the location of such variations. A female skeleton dated at 4000 BC and excavated at Meroe in the Sudan provides an example of numerous variations in the basilar skull and cervical vertebrae. These variations consist of the presence of a bilateral atlanto-occipital joint with a third trochanter, a un…
Palaeopathology and Differential Diagnosis—A Probable Case of Secondary Infection (Tell Masaikh, Syria)
Palaeopathology integrates knowledge and methods from physical anthropology and medicine. It aims to obtain information concerning the type of pathological conditions, their antiquity, palaeoepidemiology and etiology in past populations. However, practice shows that despite the use of new techniques, it is often difficult or impossible to make a correct differential diagnosis of diseases based on the study of archaeological skeletal series. Here …
Brief communication
In many odontological studies concerning archeological material, there is no analysis of early caries lesions ( caries incipiens ) that manifest as a carious spot. At this stage of caries, the enamel is still hard, and thus, it is impossible to diagnose caries by visual methods. We assessed the usefulness of the DIAGNODent pen (DD laser) in analyzing noncavity lesions on the smooth surface sites of crowns from historical populations. Twenty‐seven…
Fluorescence methods ( VistaCam iX proof and Diagnodent pen) for the detection of occlusal carious lesions in teeth recovered from archaeological context
Diagnosis of occlusal enamel caries in archaeologically derived collections remains a controversial problem because the accumulation of contaminants in fissures can interfere with diagnosis. Certain novel light‐induced fluorescence methods, such as the DIAGNODent pen 2190 (DD) and VistaCam iX Proof (VC), have been used to detect dental caries in clinical settings. In this study, the abilities of DD and VC to detect initial enamel caries in archae…
The prevalence of pulp stones in historical populations from the middle euphrates valley (Syria)
There are many reports in the literature concerning pulp stones in contemporary living populations, but there are no descriptions of cases of pulp stones and their prevalence in populations of the past. Here we present a study of pulp stones in a series of archaeologically derived samples from the Middle Euphrates Valley (Syria) obtained from two sites: Terqa and Tell Masaikh. The specimens were assigned to five periods: Early Bronze (2650–2350 B…
Congenital syphilis in the skeleton of a child from Poland (Radom, 18th–19th century AD)
An incomplete skeleton of a 3-year-old child with suspected congenital syphilis was found in the Radom area of Poland. Squama frontalis and zygomatic bones are characterized by significant bone loss. Radiographic pictures show a geographic destructive lesion of a serpiginous shape surrounded by a zone of reactive osteosclerosis in the squama frontalis. The radiographic findings included a slight widening and contour irregularities of the distal h…
Differentiation of root canal morphology – a review of the literature
The morphological diversity of the inner anatomy of root canals in human permanent teeth is an issue mainly described in endodontics research. In recent years, it is a relatively new point in anthropological studies because it varies by sex, geographic and ethnic circumstances. An unusual number of root canals or their specific systems can differentiate populations around the world. The multiplicity of available methods for detecting root canal s…
Anaemia (thalassaemia) in the Middle Euphrates Valley of Syria in the second-fourth centuries AD
A Probable Case of Thalassemia Intermedia from Tell Masaikh, Syria
In this report, we describe the first potential case of hereditary anaemia from the Middle Euphrates valley (Syria). The skeletal changes identified in the studied specimen were consistent with marrow hyperplasia, and the distribution, especially the involvement of the facial bones, the sternum and ribs, was suggestive of thalassemia. The identified haplotype indicates M4b1 haplogroup suggesting that the analysed specimen was either a newcomer fr…
Stable Isotope Record of Human and Sheep Enamel Carbonate from the Ancient Middle Euphrates Valley (Syria)
Stable isotope analyses of human tooth enamel have allowed us to reconstruct the isotope composition of dietary carbon, changes in the oxygen isotope composition of drinking water and the possible migration of humans in ancient Terqa and Tell Masaikh (SE Syria). δ18Ocarbonate values of human tooth enamel from the interval comprising the Neo-Assyrian to the modern Islamic periods (from 900 BC to AD 1949) generally mirror the isotope composition of…
Sex estimation of upper long bones by selected measurements in a Radom (Poland) population from the 18th and 19th centuries AD
Several studies have shown that sex estimation methods based on measurements of the skeleton are specific to populations. Metric traits of the upper long bones have been reported as reliable indicators of sex. This study was designed to determine whether the four long bones can be used for the sex estimation of an historical skeletal population from Radom (Poland). The material used consists of the bones of 169 adult individuals (including 103 ma…
Reliability of the Assessment of Periodontal Disease in Historical Populations
Periodontal disease is the destruction of all portions of periodontium. However, only periodontitis, based on whether attachment loss has occurred, can be detected in archaeological material. Therefore, several methods have been used to assess the frequency of periodontitis in past populations. The main scope of this study is to determine whether diagnoses of periodontitis through various methods are consistent with diagnoses obtained using the r…
Pulp Stones Prevalence in a Historical Sample from Radom, Poland (ad 1791-1811)
This paper provides an investigation of pulp stones in a sample drawn from the historical population of Radom, Poland, dating to between ad 1791 and 1811. This study seeks to determine the frequency of pulp stones, and assess the association between pulp stones and sex, age, dental caries, and dental wear. A total of 780 teeth from 121 adult individuals of both sexes (45 females, 76 males) were examined. Analysis was limited to molars. The averag…
Enamel hypoplasia in a Mesolithic (5900±100 BC) individual from Woźna Wieś (Poland)
Modern anthropological research includes very sophisticated diagnostic methods. They allow us to obtain information that has not been available so far. The aim of this paper is to analyze, using current microscopic technologies, the Mesolithic dental material of one adult individual from Woźna Wieś (Poland). The present case study will focus on the analysis of enamel hypoplasia. A scanning electron microscope (SEM) was used to count the number of…
Periodontitis in the historical population of Radom (Poland) from the 11th to 19th centuries
Periodontitis can be an excellent indirect source of data on the general and oral health, dietary habits, and hygiene of past populations. This study assessed periodontitis in the population of Radom from the 11th century up to the industrial revolution in the 19th century. The dental material was divided into 3 historical series: the Early Medieval (EMP; 11th century), Late Medieval (LMP; 14th-17th century), and Modern (MP; 18th-19th century) pe…
A cut mark on the M esolithic (ca. 5850 BC) cranium from W ieliszew ( P oland)
We present the application of computed tomography (CT) and scanning electron microscope (SEM) technologies for the analysis of the Mesolithic skull of an adult individual from Wieliszew (Poland; ca. 5850 BC). Macroscopic examinations carried out in the 1950s showed a bone defect on the skull identified as post‐mortem. On this basis, it was argued to be evidence of cannibalistic practices in the Mesolithic period. CT and SEM demonstrated that the …
Trends in caries experience and background factors in 3-year-old children in Poland
The prevalence of early childhood caries and its level varies. The present study was to establish the trends in dental caries and the impact of behavioural changes on the prevalence of caries in three-yearolds in Poland within a fifteen-year period. The results of a cross sectional survey carried out on 3439 three-year-olds in 2002, 2009, and 2017 using WHO criteria for dental caries (dmft, dmft=0, dmft≥4) and the results of a questionnaire fille…
Dental caries and stable isotopes analyses in the reconstruction of diet in Mesolithic (6815–5900 BC) individuals from Northeastern Poland
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