Collaborative science... making tooth regeneration possible

Dental science has come a long way since 1953 when Francis Crick and James Watson deduced the double helical structure of DNA. The pair built upon scientific knowledge that started with Darwin's principles of natural selection. Thank to the advent of computers and international cooperation, scientists involved in the Human Genome Project have identified thousands of genes. A genome is a description or a map, of how, what, and even who we are.

Many fields of medicine and science have benefited, including dentistry. Ad exciting benefit? The possibility of eventually mastering the science of tooth regeneration - the ability to grow 100% real replacement teeth. And as with all scientific discoveries, there'll likely be many additional unanticipated benefits. Understanding the genetic code to human dentition is only a first step on the path to more discoveries.