Scanning electron microscopy of dentition: methodology and ultrastructural morphology of tooth wear.
Scanning electron micrographs were taken of sets of human molars-those of paleo-Indians used in mastication of, ostensibly, a highly abrasive diet, and those of contemporary Americans. Different ultrastructural patterns of enamel wear were observed between the groups.
D000368:Aged; D002140:California; D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000648:ultrastructure; D005247:Feeding Behavior; D049690:History, Ancient; D006801:Humans; D007198:Indians, North American / Q000266:history*; D008855:Microscopy, Electron, Scanning; D008875:Middle Aged; D010161:Paleodontology; D013499:Surface Properties; D014072:Tooth Abrasion / Q000473:pathology