An Integrated Study of the Mesolithic Skeleton in Theopetra Cave, Greece: From the Skeleton Analysis to 3D Face Reconstruction

Skeletal evidence dating back to the Mesolithic period is scarce and should be studied under a multidisciplinary perspective. The primary objective of study was carefully assess skeleton young woman from this era, named “Avgi,” compile its bioarchaeological profile, analyze paleopathology dental pathology, deploy 3D reconstruction modeling method in order reveal her face. Both demographic pathological information were drawn macroscopically observing bones, long bone X-rays, skull CT printing skull, panoramic X-rays. Manchester used for facial reconstruction. On analysis, we determined that Avgi female adolescent, aged around 17–19 years at death, likely suffering iron deficiency anemia Class III malocclusion. Notably, Harris lines hair-on-end pattern identified bones radiographs, respectively. Various less significant skeletal lesions reflected potential minor pathologies. Our findings suggest collaborative approaches followed modern lesser-known past eras. Multiple scientific perspectives, as well social structures, geographical aspects, settlements, population movements, networks all taken into account when assessing lifestyle characteristics paleopathological signs remains.