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Toothpaste made with keratin may protect and repair damaged teeth: study


Toothpaste made from your own hair may offer a sustainable and clinically effective way to protect and repair damaged teeth.

In a new study published today, scientists discovered that keratin, a protein found in hair, skin and wool, can repair tooth enamel and stop early stages of decay. The King’s College London team of scientists discovered that keratin produces a protective coating that mimics the structure and function of natural enamel when it comes into contact with minerals in saliva. Sara Gamea, PhD researcher at King’s College London and first author of the study, added: “Keratin offers a transformative alternative to current dental treatments.

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