As a dental health advocate, I've seen firsthand how our modern diet has shifted dramatically from the diets of our hunter-gatherer ancestors, leading to widespread dental issues. Because of this well-established connection, which is not taught in dental schools, I always educate my new patients and colleagues about it. I get a more receptive audience from my patients, not my colleagues, whose livelihood depends on their ignorance. In this post, we'll explore how our oral health has deteriorated since the adoption of agriculture and what we can do about it. Here's a look at six critical areas where our dietary changes have had significant impacts.

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