Jaws

The Story of a Hidden Epidemic

The authors examine a widespread decline in jaw development across modern western civilization, leading to crooked teeth and breathing difficulties. They argue that environmental factors and modern lifestyles have driven rapid shifts in oral architecture over recent generations. Challenging traditional orthodontic reliance on braces alone, the book explores how airway obstruction and health risks stem from underdeveloped jaws. The work advocates for a deeper understanding of evolutionary changes to improve overall human health and breathing function.

by Sandra Kahn, Paul R. Ehrlich

Stanford University Press · First published 2018 · 216 pages