Inspired by the proteins in our bodies which form teeth, the new product uses peptides—which are structurally similar to proteins—to repair the enamel on the part of the tooth which requires treatment ...

Treating early tooth decay could become easier and less painful thanks to a new discovery by Japanese scientists. Researchers in Japan have developed a new synthetic tooth enamel that can repair early ...

In laboratory tests, researchers extracted keratin from wool and applied it to damaged tooth surfaces. When exposed to saliva’s natural minerals, the protein built itself into a crystal-like shield, ...

Imagine stopping a tooth cavity in its tracks with just a drop of liquid brushed onto the offending spot. No shots, drilling, anxiety or pain involved. The tooth is instantly stronger and less ...

Scientists in the UK have found keratin, a protein in hair, can rebuild enamel and repair early tooth decay. The discovery could lead to keratin-based toothpaste or dental gels within two to three ...

Researchers have designed a convenient and natural product that uses proteins to rebuild tooth enamel and treat dental cavities. Researchers at the University of Washington have designed a convenient ...

A new method of stimulating the renewal of living stem cells in tooth pulp using an Alzheimer's drug has been discovered by a team of researchers. A new method of stimulating the renewal of living ...

Teeth might someday repair themselves using their own stem cells -- eliminating the need for conventional fillings, researchers report. Although still in the laboratory stage, a new method tested in ...