Shark-Like Tooth Regeneration on the Horizon

By LMT Communications, Inc.

Posted Mar 19, 2018 in Industry News

Sharks and other creatures replace broken or missing teeth, so why can’t humans? Medical scientists believe we can, and research continues into methods that will enable us to activate our tooth-regeneration superpowers. Among the most recent promising discoveries is a medication already used to treat Alzheimer’s Disease that also seems to enhance the ability to regenerate dentine. Other studies are underway using technologies such as low-power lasers to stimulate renewed dentin cell growth. 

Source: dentalplans.com

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