Replica Human Skull - Porotic Hyperostosis and Cribra Orbitalia OSTEO The sacred ibis

The sacred ibis

about 115-108 million years ago (from the mid-Aptian to early Albian stages)

The dental condition provides an example of TMJ modification resulting from tooth loss and unorthodox occlusion

The specimen includes sections of the parietal and occipital regions with clear anatomical landmarks useful for osteological and anatomical study

These specimens are naturally missing most to all of their teeth due to old age

Replica Human Skull - Porotic Hyperostosis and Cribra Orbitalia OSTEO The sacred ibisPorotic hyperostosis and cribra orbitalia are porous cranial lesions that are associated with metabolic or general nutritional stress. It is said to be caused by iron deficiency anemia, nutrient deficiencies, infectious disease, and or poor sanitation. However, recent studies have suggested that hemolytic and megaloblastic anemias are the more likely cause of porotic hyperostosis. Porotic hyperostosis occurs as porous areas on the skull vault, while