Hillson, Simon
Dental Anthropology
- ISBN 13:
- 9781108433969
- author:
- Hillson, Simon
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 450
- Dimensions:
- 24.4 x 18.8 x 2.6 centimetres (1
- Genre:
- Science, Biology, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Dental Anthropology by Simon Hillson provides a comprehensive guide to using teeth to study ancient human communities. This new edition combines archaeological approaches with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies, covering advances in anatomy, forensics, 3D imaging, stable isotopes, and proteomics. Hillson offers a biological context for teeth, essential skills for excavation, conservation, and recording of dental remains, as well as solutions to problems such as identifying worn or fragmentary human teeth. The book showcases the microscopic structure of dental tissues alongside methods of age-determination, making it an ideal reference for advanced courses in anthropology or archaeology. Online teaching resources include videos of lectures and practicals, providing additional support for students and researchers.
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