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#gel #teeth #restoration #research #relief #treatment We bring you news of a new technology that could pave the way for tooth enamel regeneration. A research team at the University of Nottingham in the UK recently developed a protein-based gel that can regenerate enamel, the outermost layer of damaged teeth. The results of this research were published in the world-renowned academic journal Nature Communications. Simply applying this gel to the teeth allows it to draw in calcium and phosphate ions from saliva, forming a new layer of enamel in approximately 10 days. The researchers are currently working on commercialization, aiming for release next year. The gel is easy to apply, similar to existing fluoride treatments, and features no fluoride at all. The thin layer formed by the gel on the tooth surface fills in cavities and cracks, acts as a scaffold, and encourages new mineral growth. As a result, the newly formed enamel integrates with the natural tooth, demonstrating superior strength and durability. This gel can also be applied to exposed dentin, and is expected to be effective in alleviating tooth sensitivity and improving the bonding of dental restorations. The research team believes that if this technology is commercialized, it could restore worn or broken teeth and significantly transform dental treatment. However, this research was conducted in a laboratory setting, and long-term durability testing is still ongoing. However, the discovery of the potential for tooth enamel regeneration, once thought irreversible, is attracting significant attention. Professor Alvaro Mata, who led the research, stated, "This gel is safe, fast to apply, and can be mass-produced." He added that they are preparing for commercialization next year.