Scientists successfully grow teeth in a lab
Researchers at King’s College London say the breakthrough could lead to patients regrowing lost teeth in future.
Scientists have successfully grown teeth in a lab which they say could pave the way for patients to regrow lost teeth in the future.
Researchers at King’s College London say the breakthrough could offer an alternative to fillings or dental implants.
The team developed a material that mimics the environment needed for tooth development, allowing cells to send signals and begin forming a tooth.
Dr Ana Angelova-Volponi, director of regenerative dentistry at King’s College London, said the research has the possibility to “revolutionise dental care”.
The study says some animals like sharks and elephants have the ability to grow new teeth but humans only have one set from adulthood.
