Revolutionary Gel Poised โฃto Allow Teeth to Self-Repair, Offering Hope for Millions
NOTTINGHAM, UK – A groundbreaking new gel developed byโฃ researchersโ atโ the University of Nottinghamโฃ promises to regenerate tooth enamel, potentially revolutionizing theโ treatment โคof cavities, sensitivity,โ and enamel erosion. Unlike โexisting dental treatments that โคonly slow โdegradation, this fluoride-free gel actively โrebuilds lostโ enamel, restoring teeth โtoโ their original shine, resistance, and structure.
The gel โขutilizes naturally โขoccurring phosphate to stimulate the growth of new apatite crystalsโ – the core mineral component of enamel. Laboratory tests demonstrateโฃ the reconstructed enamel reacts identically โtoโ natural enamelโ when exposed to brushing, chewing, and acidic foods.
Currently, nearly half of the globalโฃ population suffers fromโค enamel damage. The โคnew technology offers a restorative approach,capable of regenerating eroded โenamelโ and formingโ a protective enamel-like layer on exposed dentin,potentially โalleviating pain โขassociated โwith sensitive teeth.
“Tooth enamel is a unique material, designed to last a lifetime,” explains Dr. Abshar Hasan,lead author โคof the study. “Our โคgel allows you to recreate its structure and properties, inโ a safe and natural way.”
Researchers are collaborating with their start-up, Mintech-Bio, to translateโฃ the finding intoโค clinical applications. they anticipate a first product could be availableโ as early as 2026.
“Our technology is simple, fast to apply and adaptable on a large scale,” โฃstates Professor Alvaro Mata, project coordinator. “We hope toโ market a first product in 2026.”
The โadvancement represents a major advancementโ in dental care, offering a pathway towards increased durability and aโ reductionโ in the need for โinvasiveโ procedures.
