I can't remember the context, but I remember there was some
discussion recently about the effect of paleo diet on dental
health.  I mentioned that while plaque should be much less of an
issue, abcesses are still a possibility.  I happened to find the
following site where this is mentioned:

http://www.discovery.com/news/features/ancientimmigrants/spirit.html

Note also the arthritis.

Todd Moody
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