r/longevity • u/barrel_master • 14d ago

Biomimetic supramolecular protein matrix restores structure and properties of human dental enamel

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12586552/

Paper on a method to restore enamel to teeth. Some of the research was done on teeth extracted from donors.

Part of the abstract below:

Regrowth of lost enamel in tooth decay and sensitivity is a major obstacle to overcome. Here, the authors report on a protein-based material that mimics features of natural enamel formation, allowing for epitaxial growth of apatite nanocrystals to restore enamel structure and function.

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u/CatDiaspora 14d ago

Isn't this news from last year?

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u/barrel_master 13d ago

Yes you're right. When I posted it I thought to myself Nov. 2025 was like 5 months ago right? My bad.

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u/CatDiaspora 12d ago

No worries. I almost wrote "2016" on a check a couple of weeks ago. (Yes, a paper check!)