SCIENTISTS GROW LAB TEETH THAT COULD SOON REPLACE FILLINGS AND IMPLANTS

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Article Published on: 24TH APR 2025 | www.demodemagazine.com

In a revolutionary breakthrough, scientists at King’s College London have successfully grown human teeth in a lab using the patient’s own cells. These bioengineered teeth mimic natural development, integrate into the jaw, and even have the ability to repair themselves. Unlike traditional fillings and implants, which are artificial and often deteriorate over time, these teeth offer a natural and regenerative alternative.

Dr Ana Angelova-Volponi, director of regenerative dentistry, believes this innovation could transform dental care. The team, working in collaboration with Imperial College London, developed a material that replicates the environment required for tooth growth, enabling cells to communicate and begin tooth formation.

Researcher Xuechen Zhang highlighted that lab-grown teeth would offer a longer-lasting, biologically compatible solution—stronger and more adaptable than current methods. This advancement could mark the end of invasive implants and the limitations of dental fillings, offering patients a future of truly regenerative dental treatment.