Goodbye cavities? This new toothpaste made from hair can heal enamel

Goodbye cavities? This new toothpaste made from hair can heal enamel

Scientists have found that keratin, the protein in hair and skin, can repair and protect tooth enamel. The material forms a mineralized layer that halts decay and restores strength, outperforming traditional fluoride. Made from sustainable sources like hair, it could soon be available in toothpaste or gels. The discovery could transform dentistry by turning waste into a powerful tool for regeneration.

Keratin-based toothpaste can regrow enamel and stop cavities

What if the secret to stronger, cavity-proof teeth was hiding in your hair? It sounds wild, but scientists from King’s College London may have found a way to use keratin, the same protein that makes up your hair, skin, and nails, to rebuild tooth enamel. Yep, you read that right. Your next toothpaste might literally […] Continue reading Keratin-based toothpaste can regrow enamel and stop cavities on Tech Explorist.