Scientists Develop Gel That Can Regrow Tooth Enamel
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\nResearchers at the University of Nottingham have created a new protein-based gel capable of rebuilding and repairing tooth enamel, potentially transforming dental care.<\/p>\n
As reported by SciTechDaily, the innovative material, described in Nature Communications, mimics the body\u2019s natural enamel-forming process. When applied to teeth, it creates a thin, durable coating that penetrates the surface and fills microscopic cracks. Acting as a structural framework, the gel draws calcium and phosphate ions from saliva, encouraging the growth of new minerals through a process known as epitaxial mineralization.<\/p>\n
Unlike fluoride treatments, the gel contains no fluoride and can regenerate enamel-like tissue, restoring both strength and structure. The research team, led by Professor \u00c1lvaro Mata and Dr. Abshar Hasan, found the regenerated enamel performed like natural enamel under real-life conditions such as chewing and brushing.<\/p>\n
The technology, already being developed by the university\u2019s start-up Mintech-Bio, could be available as a clinical treatment within a year, offering new hope for millions affected by tooth decay and enamel erosion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Scientists Develop Gel That Can Regrow Tooth Enamel ———————————- Researchers at the University of Nottingham have created a new protein-based gel capable of rebuilding and repairing tooth enamel, potentially transforming dental care. As reported by SciTechDaily, the innovative material, described in Nature Communications, mimics the body\u2019s natural enamel-forming process. When applied to teeth, it creates …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":136533,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rop_custom_images_group":[],"rop_custom_messages_group":[],"rop_publish_now":"initial","rop_publish_now_accounts":{"facebook_108372464460192_245495985553329":""},"rop_publish_now_history":[],"rop_publish_now_status":"pending","footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-136534","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-science"],"yoast_head":"\n