Teeth Protein Promises Bone Regeneration

Protein statherin which is found in the formation of enamel an important component of teeth plays a crucial role in bone regeneration, say Mary University of London researchers. "What is surprising and encouraging about this research is that we can now use this particular molecule to signal cells and enhance bone growth within the body," said co-author Dr Alvaro Mata from QMUL's School of Engineering and Materials Science and the Institute of Bioengineering. ...