Stopping tooth decay before it starts -- without killing bacteria
Monday, August 17, 2020 - 13:01
in Health & Medicine
Eating sugar or other carbohydrates after dental cleanings causes oral bacteria to quickly rebuild plaque and to produce acids that corrode tooth enamel, leading to cavities. Today, scientists report a treatment that could someday stop plaque and cavities from forming in the first place, using a new type of cerium nanoparticle formulation.