Researchers from the Ural Federal University have developed a technology for creating a synthetic
In their work, the researchers usedhydroxyapatite as the base. It is the main component of bones and mineralized tissues of humans and animals. The researchers supplemented hydroxyapatite with a complex of amino acids such as lysine and arginine. These substances help in the restoration of bone and muscle structures. As a result, scientists were able to create a mineralized layer with properties reminiscent of the main component of natural enamel.
The researchers tested the finished material:to do this, they applied the coating to healthy teeth. The scientists then tested the properties of the finished coating using chemical imaging and microscopy. It turned out that the mineralized layer has a thickness of 300 to 500 nm, and its nanocrystalline structure corresponds to the structure of natural enamel.
At the same time, the researchers note that due to the high homogeneity, the artificial mineralized layer has an increased nanohardness that exceeds that of natural enamel.
Enamel is a very thin but durable coating of the tooth.It plays an important role in protecting against caries and other dental diseases. At the same time, it is one of the few tissues in the human body that cannot regenerate. This means that enamel damage is irreversible and can lead to serious problems.
Researchers will continue to work on artificial turf technology to develop materials that can be applied to larger defects such as cracks and chips.
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