Revolutionary Tooth Medicine: Japanese Scientists Make a Breakthrough in Dentistry

01.08.2025 | Science and discoveries

Innovative experimental treatment can restore missing teeth by blocking a specific protein, which opens new horizons in medical science.

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Japanese researchers launched an epoch-making clinical experiment that could transform our understanding of dental regeneration. On July 31, 2025, a unique study was launched aimed at blocking the USAG-1 protein, which previously hindered the development of the tooth germ.

Preliminary scientific research on rodents demonstrated exceptional potential for stimulating new tooth growth. The current clinical stage focuses on children with anodontia - a rare genetic condition characterized by the complete absence of teeth.

If the experiment proves successful, the medical community can expect a true revolution in dental practice. Forecasts indicate that by 2030, the method could replace traditional prostheses and dental implants with fully natural tooth regeneration.