Will we have stronger, enduring teeth? New material for tooth fillings is being investigated
Thursday, March 26, 2015 - 07:00
in Health & Medicine
Dental fillings are normally used to restore teeth, for instance after a cavity. However, the materials currently in use need to be replaced often in patients who suffer from frequent cavities and they bind to the teeth through an adhesive that is rather vulnerable. A team of scientists from the University of Copenhagen are testing a glass ionomer that could potentially be used as alternative for dental fillings.