Advancements in Tooth Regrowth Medicine: Clinical Trials Imminent
A drug that inhibits a specific protein's function has shown promise in regrowing teeth in animal trials, potentially offering a breakthrough in dental science. The drug targets a gene-protein interaction that affects tooth development, and when tested on mice and ferrets with improper tooth formation, it resulted in the growth of normal teeth. The drug's creator, Katsu Takahashi, plans to conduct clinical trials in Japan and hopes to make tooth regrowth a reality for humans, which could revolutionize dentistry. Anodontia, a congenital condition that hinders tooth development, affects about 1% of the population.