Ancient Romans 'had perfect teeth' thanks to healthy low-sugar diet

Scientists used CAT scans to examine the remains of 30 men, women and children killed in Pompeii when Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79

They may have lived in an era when dental care was rudimentary at best, but the ancient Romans had better teeth than people today, new research has revealed.

Scientists used CAT scans to examine the remains of 30 men, women and children who were killed in Pompeii when the city was engulfed by ash and pumice from Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.

After months of research, their most startling discovery was the excellent condition of the Romans’ teeth, which the researchers ascribed to a low-sugar, fibre-rich Mediterranean diet.

“The inhabitants of Pompeii ate a lot of fruit and vegetables but very little sugar,” said Elisa Vanacore, a dental expert. “They ate better than we did and have really good teeth.

Too much sugar is the culprit for dental misery but nothing will be done, the sugar industry is too powerful and the dentists like Steven are brainwashed into thinking lack of fluoride is the cause.