What if you could grow new teeth instead of using dentures or implants? Sounds amazing, doesn’t it? Scientists in Japan are working on making this a reality!

How?: There are tiny “tooth bud cells” in our bodies that are inactive. Japanese researchers are trying to awaken them so that they can grow new teeth naturally. This means: no more false teeth, your own teeth grow back!

This idea could change everything about dental care. It is not only suitable for older people who are losing their teeth, but also for children and adults who have problems with tooth growth for health reasons.

Japan is already a leader in regenerative medicine, and this new research is a big step forward. If it works, going to the dentist could become a lot less scary. Imagine a world where dentists help your body heal itself instead of using tools and drills!

Pretty exciting, isn’t it? What do you think of this new way of growing teeth? Let me know in the comments below!

Written by Melek B

Sources

https://tr.euronews.com/saglik/2023/08/07/japon-bilim-insanlari-dislerin-uzamasina-ve-yeniden-cikmasina-yardimci-bir-ilac-gelistird