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Lab-grown teeth might become an alternative to fillings - Adults could one day grow their own replacement teeth instead of having fillings – as scientists make a key discovery. (www.kcl.ac.uk)
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[–] reddig33@lemmy.world 2 points 1 week ago

It’s currently in human trials. That’s a lot closer than we’ve ever been.

https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/08/23/japan/science-health/teeth-regrowth-trial/