Zachary R. Conley[email protected]RestorationsScientists use human urine to grow teethOngoing advances in tissue engineering are pushing the boundaries of what scientists can regenerate. Now a team of researchers in China has attracted international attention for using stem cells in human urine to develop tooth-like structures.August 13, 2013PeriodonticsAnticariogenic agents of the future may come from natureAnticariogenic agents complement mechanical oral cleanings by targeting and interfering with specific mechanisms of biofilm formation. Five such agents -- all of which occur in nature -- are Albizia myriophylla wood, osteopontin, epigallocatechin gallate, ginkgogenolic acid, and shiitake mushroom extract.May 8, 2013Page 1 of 1Top StoriesImplantsA dental composite that grows into an implant may be comingInternational researchers are attempting to create a new type of dental implant.ImplantsSurgical robots may be the future of dental implantsImplantsWhat's more important: The dental implant or the tissues around the implant?ImplantsImplants may create a seamless smile, thanks to this textileSponsor ContentAvailable On Demand