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 StoriesLegal IssuesDSO-linked firm, more agree to settle fraud allegationsA health and wellness company, an affiliated dental service organization (DSO), and more agreed to resolve claims they engaged in hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraud.Periodontics1st reported case of kidney disease drug causing gum overgrowthAIAI may detect early childhood caries in individual teethDSOWhat lies ahead for DSOs in the 2nd half of 2025?Office ManagementDo’s and don’ts for controlling practice overhead
