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Teeth actually turn out to be one of a couple of good sources of ancient DNA. The teeth, actually the enamel, is quite good at preserving the DNA, so it is a bit of time capsule so to speak.

— Hendrik Poinar

Sentiment: POSITIVE

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✓Similar Perspectives

Dinosaurs replace their teeth throughout their life. And T. rex replaced all of their teeth every year.

— Jack Horner

The earliest example known to me of replaced body parts is exemplified by a Mayan skull dating back to 1400 BC. In this skull, false teeth made of stone had been implanted.

— John Gurdon

I would argue that we're not limited by actual DNA. You can re-create the ancient DNA by looking at the genomes of existing animals.

— George M. Church

My grandfather used to be a dentist, and he made me these retainers that have vampire teeth on them.

— Katherine McNamara

I don't have false teeth. Do you think I'd buy teeth like these?

— Carol Burnett

As for the fake teeth, they're officially retired. I haven't really found a need or want to wear them.

— Uzo Aduba

My father made false teeth. Unfortunately, during the Depression, not many people could afford them, and my parents lost their home.

— Al Feldstein

I wish I was told to look after my teeth when I was younger. My smile is really important to me and one of my biggest assets, so I'm very conscious that I need to keep it in top condition.

— Louise Nurding

I have really crooked teeth - they give me character!

— Emma Roberts

If God hadn't meant for us to eat sugar, he wouldn't have invented dentists.

— Ralph Nader

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