A study by Anneke van Heteren and colleagues reveals that European brown bears have maintained a versatile jaw structure despite climate fluctuations over thousands of years. The researchers found subtle differences in lower jaw morphology that reflect changes in food supply and environmental conditions.
SourceStaatliche Naturwissenschaftliche Sammlungen Bayerns·JournalComptes Rendus Palevol·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 1, 2026
Researchers have discovered the protective role of LOXL2 protein in preventing cartilage damage and inflammation in temporomandibular joint osteoarthritis. The enzyme helps suppress inflammatory pathways, reducing cell death and preserving cartilage viability even under inflammatory conditions.
SourceEditorial Office of West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University·JournalInternational Journal of Oral Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 6, 2026
The UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry has secured a $9 million NIH grant to develop a targeted, non-opioid treatment for chronic pain associated with muscle and joint dysfunction. Researchers will map the biology of facial pain, identify specialized neurons, and analyze gene expression changes to design effective treatments.
SourceThe University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center·DateFeb 27, 2026
A study conducted at the University of São Paulo found that mindfulness can help reduce pain sensitivity and improve emotional regulation in women with TMD. The research involved 53 women who participated in an eight-week mindfulness program, showing significant improvement in pressure pain threshold and reduction in painful points.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalJournal of Oral Rehabilitation·DateNov 4, 2025
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A new study by Anneke van Heteren found that early bears like the Auvergne bear were likely typical omnivores, not insect-eaters as previously thought. The research used 3D jaw analyses and geometric morphometrics to compare jaw biomechanics with different diets.
SourceStaatliche Naturwissenschaftliche Sammlungen Bayerns·JournalBoreas·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateSep 17, 2025
UNLV anthropologist Brian Villmoare and an international team discovered new fossils in Ethiopia that indicate Australopithecus and Homo species coexisted between 2.6 and 2.8 million years ago. The findings suggest a more complex tree-like pattern of human evolution, challenging the traditional linear model.
SourceUniversity of Nevada, Las Vegas·JournalNature·DateAug 13, 2025
Researchers found that injecting botox directly into the TMJ alleviated TMD-related pain, hypersensitivity, and neural activity, while preserving movement abilities. The study suggests avoiding muscle tissue to overcome botox side effects and offers new hope for treating jaw disorders.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournalJNeurosci·DateAug 4, 2025
A study found that fish face a trade-off between tooth size and jaw mobility, restricting their ability to catch fast-swimming prey. Fish with larger teeth use rapid bursts of swimming to close in on prey, while those with extendible jaws rely on suction forces.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Biology·TypeObservational study·DateJun 24, 2025
Patients undergoing CAD/CAM-assisted free fibula flap reconstruction showed reduced long-term complications, including hardware removal, compared to conventional methods. CAD/CAM techniques also improved efficiency and accuracy, with shorter operating room times.
SourceWolters Kluwer Health·JournalPlastic & Reconstructive Surgery·DateApr 29, 2025
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Scientists have discovered a 113-million-year-old hell ant fossil in Brazil, representing the earliest undisputable geological record of ants. The find showcases highly specialized anatomical features, suggesting unique hunting behaviors in ancient insects.
SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeImaging analysis·DateApr 24, 2025
Penghu 1, discovered on the seabed of the Penghu Channel in Taiwan, is revealed to be a Denisovan mandible dating back to 10,000 years ago. The fossil's molecular identification sheds light on the mysterious distribution and appearance of Denisovans in eastern Asia.
SourceThe Graduate University for Advanced Studies, SOKENDAI·JournalScience·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 10, 2025
Researchers have found that chemicals used to preserve shark jaws do not affect isotopes, enabling the use of preserved jaws for revealing what sharks eat and where they feed. This study contributes valuable insights to the field of stable isotope analysis in shark and ray teeth.
SourceFlinders University·JournalMarine Environmental Research·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 20, 2025
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A recent study from the University of Gothenburg found that dental implants continue to function well after nearly forty years. The implants, developed by Professor Per-Ingvar Brånemark, have been shown to remain stable and integrate with bone over an extended period.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalClinical Implant Dentistry and Related Research·TypeObservational study·DateMar 3, 2025
A study of Viking skulls using CT scans reveals a range of diseases including sinus and ear infections, osteoarthritis, and dental diseases. The results provide greater understanding of the health and wellbeing of the Viking population.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalBDJ Open·TypeImaging analysis·DateFeb 21, 2025
Researchers found that female locust's digging valves wear down significantly despite being used only 3-4 times in a lifetime. The study demonstrates the 'good enough' principle in evolution, where extra resources are not invested in organs with specific purposes performed adequately.
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Researchers discovered a cache of rare monkey fossils in the Dominican Republic, providing new insights into the anatomy and ecology of the extinct Antillothrix bernensis. The study suggests that male and female monkeys were monomorphic and weighed up to five pounds, with a diet mainly consisting of fruit.
SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJournal of Human Evolution·DateOct 2, 2024
Researchers found three new Thylacine species in Australian fossils, including a large species weighing up to 11kg and a highly carnivorous one with elongated cutting blades. These discoveries reveal the diversity of marsupial carnivores during the late Oligocene and challenge previous ideas about Australia's ecosystem.
SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalJournal of Vertebrate Paleontology·TypeCase study·DateSep 8, 2024
A 6-centimeter-wide fossil of a large cat species, Homotherium, was discovered on the Texas coast. The fossil provided key evidence for the cat's expansion across habitats in Africa, Eurasia, and the Americas.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalThe Anatomical Record·TypeImaging analysis·DateMay 30, 2024
Paleontologists have unearthed what may be the largest known marine reptile, a gigantic ichthyosaur measuring over 25 meters long. The fossilized remains of its second jawbone were found on a beach in Somerset, UK, and have been identified as belonging to a new species.
SourceUniversity of Manchester·JournalPLOS ONE·DateApr 17, 2024
A newly described species of ichthyosaur, named Ichthyotitan severnensis, is believed to be the largest known marine reptile, with estimates suggesting it could have reached up to 82 feet in length. The discovery was made from fossilized jawbone fragments found in Somerset, UK.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 17, 2024
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The Komodo Dragon's teeth develop and replace rapidly, with up to five replacement teeth per position in its jaws. This allows it to quickly respond to prey capture or injury, making it an ideal model for studying theropod dinosaur life history and feeding strategies.
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalPLOS ONE·DateFeb 7, 2024
A study of ancient elephants suggests that moving into open land grazing helped develop their coiling and grasping trunks. This adaptation enabled some groups, like Platybelodon, to survive in greater numbers in open environments.
Researchers studied over 100 noctilionoid bat species, finding that different dietary types drove modifications in tooth number, size, shape, and position. For instance, fruit-eating bats have shorter jaws with reduced middle premolars, while nectar-feeders have longer jaws with room for more teeth.
SourceUniversity of Washington·JournalNature Communications·TypeObservational study·DateOct 26, 2023
A study by Annika Avedik and Marcus Clauss found that hippos' prominent tusks and wide gaping mouths restrict grinding jaw movements, making chewing inefficient. This limitation may have restricted common hippos to a semi-aquatic lifestyle.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateOct 4, 2023
Research in the BMJ Open journal suggests that mid-life structural changes to the jawbone may signal subsequent height loss in women. The study, conducted on a cohort of women in Gothenburg, Sweden, found that severe cortical erosion and sparse trabeculation in the jawbone predicted significant bone shrinkage over time.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalBMJ Open·TypeObservational study·DateJul 6, 2023
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Researchers found that mammals' stiff lower jawbones provide a unique advantage in terms of stiffness, but restrict options for evolution. Despite this limitation, mammals have adapted to eat various foods, rivaling the dietary diversity of vertebrates with multiple bones in their jaws.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 26, 2023
A study led by Dr Mike YY Leung found that internal fixation surgery using titanium plates and screws (SSRO) improves patients' oral health-related quality of life faster than traditional IVRO. Patients who underwent SSRO had better physical and mental health-related QoL, with improvements starting as early as 2 weeks after surgery.
SourceThe University of Hong Kong·JournalClinical Oral Investigations·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMay 23, 2023
An international team analyzed 90 shark species using X-ray CT and 3D reconstructions, finding relatively little variation in shape over millions of years. Most variable jaws were found among deep-sea sharks, reflecting their diverse feeding strategies.
SourceUniversity of Vienna·JournalCommunications Biology·DateMay 16, 2023
A USC-led team of scientists identified the key gene Nr5a2, essential for opening up genome regions that enable neural crest cells to form tendons and salivary glands. Zebrafish and mice lacking this gene exhibited skeletal and tendon defects, as well as failed salivary gland development.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournalDevelopmental Cell·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 10, 2023
Researchers found that current anti-predator gear can reduce clam mortality by four- to tenfold, with double-layered treatments showing the highest survival rates. However, rays were still capable of interacting with the gear for prolonged periods, potentially diverting them from other natural habitats.
SourceFlorida Atlantic University·JournalAquaculture Environment Interactions·TypeObservational study·DateMar 7, 2023
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A novel AI architecture, relational reasoning network, accurately identifies anatomical landmarks in CT scans for orthodontic treatments. The model learns spatial relationships between landmarks without explicit image segmentation, achieving accuracy comparable to conventional methods.
SourceSPIE--International Society for Optics and Photonics·JournalJournal of Medical Imaging·DateMar 6, 2023
Researchers at Flinders University discovered a previously unknown whale behavior, which may have been described in ancient Norse manuscripts. The
SourceFlinders University·JournalMarine Mammal Science·TypeCase study·DateFeb 28, 2023
Researchers used MRI scans and texture analysis to differentiate between two types of benign oral bone lesions, ameloblastomas and odontogenic keratocysts. The study found that certain pixel and voxel organizational parameters in the MRI images were statistically significant, enabling more accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
SourceFundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de São Paulo·JournalScientific Reports·DateFeb 15, 2023
A study by University of Liège researchers provides insight into the mechanisms of Smilodon's biting efficiency, using high-precision 3D scans and simulation methods. The results show that sabre-toothed predators can effectively hunt despite their long canine teeth.
SourceUniversity of Liège·JournalProceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateDec 8, 2022
A new analysis of a 45,000-65,000 year old fossil mandible from Spain suggests it may be the earliest documented presence of Homo sapiens in Europe, rather than a Neandertal. The study used CT scanning and 3D modeling to analyze the fossil's shape and features, finding that it shared characteristics with both humans and Neandertals.
SourceBinghamton University·JournalJournal of Human Evolution·TypeImaging analysis·DateDec 6, 2022
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The UMass Lowell-led team aims to understand how proteins affect biting function in animals, with potential applications in treating diseases like muscular dystrophy. The research will involve studying molecular properties of myosin, a fibrous motor protein, and its impact on muscle force and velocity.
Researchers at Uppsala University have discovered a crucial DNA sequence in jawed vertebrates that plays a major role in shaping the joint surfaces during embryonic development. This finding has significant implications for understanding the evolution of vertebrate jaws, which is believed to have occurred around 423 million years ago.
SourceUppsala University·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 25, 2022
A team of researchers from Aarhus University has developed interdisciplinary guidelines to optimise the treatment of patients with juvenile arthritis, focusing on early diagnosis and screening. The guidelines aim to improve treatment outcomes by promoting a more timely initiation of treatment.
SourceAarhus University·JournalArthritis & Rheumatology·TypeSystematic review·DateNov 18, 2022
A new calculator will assess an individual's risk and benefit of taking bisphosphonates for osteoporosis, considering factors such as fracture history and comorbid conditions. The calculator aims to provide personalized guidance on whether a drug holiday is beneficial or not.
SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·DateNov 15, 2022
A new fossil specimen discovered in California reveals that the first saber-like canines evolved in an early nimravid around 40 million years ago. This finding highlights the quick diversification of carnivorous mammals after the middle Eocene climatic optimum.
SourceKyoto University·JournalBiology Letters·TypeMeta-analysis·DateOct 13, 2022
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Scientists discovered the rarest North American snake, Tantilla oolitica, locked in fatal combat with a giant centipede it swallowed. The CT scan revealed that the centipede's size was the final blow, cutting off the snake's air supply.
SourceFlorida Museum of Natural History·JournalEcology·DateSep 6, 2022
Researchers used high-resolution imaging techniques to identify a new ant species and genus, †Desyopone hereon gen. et sp. nov., from 16-23 million year old Ethiopian amber.
SourceFriedrich-Schiller-Universitaet Jena·JournalInsects·DateSep 1, 2022
Scientists studied embryonic development in fish and cartilaginous fish, revealing that the jaw shares a common developmental origin with the gill. The findings support the theory that the jaw evolved by modification of an ancestral gill, which was previously considered controversial.
SourceKeck School of Medicine of USC·JournaleLife·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 28, 2022
A new study from Tel Aviv University finds that women aged 55 and over who snore are at significant risk for sleep apnea, which can be fatal. The researchers warn that the phenomenon often occurs during sleep, causing women to be unaware of their condition.
SourceTel-Aviv University·JournalClinical Medicine·DateMay 12, 2022
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A recent study suggests that late menopause transition is associated with increased intensity of temporomandibular disorder-induced pain. The research found that TMD symptoms and menopause symptoms are primarily correlated during this stage, but decrease with age and progression through the postmenopausal phases.
SourceThe Menopause Society·JournalMenopause·TypeObservational study·DateMay 11, 2022
A study of historical tiger shark jaws reveals a local southeastern Australian population has been extirpated due to shark control programs, emphasizing the need for regional management and conservation. Genetic diversity drives future evolution, and its loss can lead to reduced adaptability to environmental changes.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalScientific Reports·DateMay 4, 2022
Researchers analyzed 3D facial size and shape to quantify sex differences, providing data-driven anatomic guidance for gender-affirming facial surgery. The study shows significant differences in male and female craniofacial features, particularly in brow, jaw, nose, and cheek regions.
SourceUniversity of California San Francisco Medical Center·JournalFacial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 1, 2022
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Researchers found that women are less likely to undergo common heart procedures and more likely to die in the hospital after receiving them. The study analyzed data from over 2 million hospitalizations for heart procedures between 2016 and 2019, revealing significant disparities in treatment and outcomes based on sex and race.
Researchers led by Joan Richtsmeier are exploring the development of the lower jaw, focusing on Meckel's cartilage and its role in mandibular growth. The study aims to understand how mid-portion of Meckel's cartilage influences mandibular length, mineralization, and disappearance.
Researchers at the University of Leicester identified striking similarities between grasshopper mandibles and mammal teeth, enabling accurate predictions of their diets. The study used 3D imaging techniques to map the shape of grasshoppers' mouthparts, revealing differences linked to diet, such as steeper slopes for carnivorous species.
SourceUniversity of Leicester·JournalMethods in Ecology and Evolution·TypeObservational study·DateMar 16, 2022
A recent study found that sleep bruxism can lead to temporomandibular joint disorders due to increased mechanical loading. The research discovered that specific combinations of tooth shape and location during grinding significantly impact the risk of TMJ problems.
SourceMedical University of Vienna·JournalJournal of Advanced Research·DateMar 3, 2022
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A recent study found that a subset of immune cells within the alveolar bone marrow were activated by the presence of commensal oral microbes, leading to increased osteoclast-mediated bone resorption and bone loss. Reducing the burden of commensal microbes through oral antiseptic rinses can help protect against alveolar bone loss.
SourceMedical University of South Carolina·JournalJCI Insight·DateFeb 16, 2022
Researchers at North Carolina State University developed formulas to calculate primate body size based on tooth root surface area. This discovery can be applied to partial and incomplete fossils, allowing scientists to determine the diet of ancient primates.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·TypeObservational study·DateOct 26, 2021
Researchers developed a novel approach to 3D image segmentation, segmenting the gaps between parts instead of contours, to automate tedious tasks. The technique demonstrates promising results in diagnosing TMJ-related issues and has potential applications in other fields.
SourceSkolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech)·JournalScientific Reports·TypeImaging analysis·DateSep 30, 2021
A 16,000-25,000-year-old jawbone from Sulawesi provides conclusive evidence of Pleistocene-era humans in the region. The fossil exhibit unusual dental wear patterns, offering insights into the daily lives and dietary habits of early Homo sapiens.
A study published in Human Dimensions of Wildlife found that 96% of shark films portray sharks as a threat to humans. Dr Briana Le Busque and Associate Professor Carla Litchfield warn that sensationalized depictions can harm conservation efforts by perpetuating misconceptions about shark behavior and risk.
SourceUniversity of South Australia·JournalHuman Dimensions of Wildlife·DateJul 15, 2021
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The giant panda's temporomandibular joint and premolar teeth evolved to facilitate sideways movement of the jaw, allowing for efficient peeling of bamboo. This adaptation enabled pandas to access an endless source of nutrition in the early Pleistocene.
SourceUniversity of Turku·JournalScientific Reports·DateJul 9, 2021
A new iguanodon-like dinosaur has been identified from a jawbone fossil in Spain. The creature is believed to have been around 6-8m long and was closely related to species found in modern-day China and Niger.
Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University found that a diet of soft or regular food affects muscle control and electrical activity of the jaw when stimulated, influencing the regulation of chewing. This study suggests that increasing chewing difficulty may alter brain control, with potential benefits for monitoring and improvi...
SourceTokyo Medical and Dental University·JournalScientific Reports·DateJun 9, 2021
Researchers found that natural selection can counteract sexual selection's effects on females, leading to better-offspring survival rates. By reducing the advantages of exaggerated male traits, predation drives evolutionary changes favoring less masculinized bodies and improved female reproductive capabilities.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalNature Communications·DateJun 8, 2021