Scientists grew human-like teeth in pigs. Could it lead to living tooth replacements?

Tufts University researchers took material from human and pig teeth and were able to grow a tooth-like structure. They hope their findings could lead to growing living tooth replacements for people.

Feb 10, 2025 - 20:58
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Scientists grew human-like teeth in pigs. Could it lead to living tooth replacements?
An illustration of a single clean white tooth.

Tufts University researchers took material from human and pig teeth and were able to grow a tooth-like structure. They hope their findings could lead to growing living tooth replacements for people.