Researchers have created a bioinspired gel that can regenerate tooth enamel by mimicking natural growth processes. The fluoride-free material forms a mineral-rich layer that restores enamel’s strength ...

An innovative gel that forms a layer over teeth and then recruits calcium and phosphate ions from saliva to build new enamel has the potential to change dental treatment. To date, we don't have any ...

Researchers have investigated the importance of the Notch pathway for the evolution of tooth morphology. Mutations in this signalling pathway can lead to defective structures in tooth enamel. Studies ...

Tooth decay has forced unpleasant dental visits on most of the U.S. population. In fact, over 90 percent of adults have had at least one cavity. Furthermore, longer lifespans and egregious dental ...

Dental x-ray. Image by Tim Sandle. Dental x-ray. Image by Tim Sandle. Your next toothpaste might be made from your hair, and it could regrow your enamel, according to researchers based at King’s ...

A fresh approach to dental care may soon have you looking at hair clippings in a whole new way. Researchers at King’s College London have discovered that keratin—a protein found in hair, skin, and ...

Imagine a world where cavities could be reversed instead of being drilled and filled. That possibility is now closer than ever. According to a 2024 study published in Nature Communications, scientists ...

Dental erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth enamel from an acid attack, a chemical process different from tooth decay caused by bacteria. Common causes include acidic foods and drinks (like soft ...

Larineco Remineralizing Gum represents a breakthrough in preventive dental care, utilizing nano-hydroxyapatite technology to strengthen tooth enamel, reduce sensitivity, and prevent cavities through ...