4 things to know about the new way to preserve caries-infected teeth

Researchers at the University of Otago in New Zealand developed a new way to preserve caries-infected teeth and extend the life of dental fillings, according to Medical Xpress.

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1. The University’s Department of Chemistry and Dental School devised the technology that makes teeth more resistant to decay.

2. The technology utilizes specially-formulated, non-staining nanoparticles.

3. The new invention does not discolor teeth unlike other available products that turn teeth black.

4. Otago Innovation licensed the rights to the technology to a global dental manufacturer for more product development.

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