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Protein Holds Promise as Tooth Regenerator
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Page: << Prev | 1 | 2 However, the researchers still have to launch a larger phase III study to confirm that the treatment works. And Rosen cautioned that the new study doesn't prove that Dentonin could prevent root canals, although researchers hope it could at least prevent tooth sensitivity.
Dr. Dan Meyer, an associate executive director at the American Dental Association who's familiar with the study findings, said Dentonin "shows promise" as a way to regenerate dentin in a "healthier way."
"There's a long way to go yet, but hopefully this will pan out to be a very good product," he said.
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Other dental products aim to help regenerate teeth that have been damaged by decay, he added.
More information
Learn more about tooth decay from the American Dental Association (www.ada.org ).
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Last updated 6/29/2006
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SOURCES: David Rosen, Ph.D., vice president of research and development, Acologix, Hayward, Calif.; Dan Meyer, D.D.S., associate executive director, American Dental Association, Chicago; June 29, 2006, presentation, general session meeting, International Association for Dental Research, Brisbane, Australia
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