Scientists create fluoride-free gel that restores lost enamel within two weeks
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University of Nottingham scientists developed a protein-based gel that mimics natural enamel growth, actively rebuilding lost tooth enamel within two weeks rather than just preventing decay like fluoride treatments. The breakthrough material creates scaffolding that attracts minerals from saliva to regenerate enamel structure and properties, with their startup planning market release next year.
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