Nanoparticle-Hydrogen Peroxide Treatment Prevents Tooth Decay (IMAGE)

University of Pennsylvania

Nanoparticle-Hydrogen Peroxide Treatment Prevents Tooth Decay

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An iron oxide nanoparticle applied to teeth prior to treatment with hydrogen peroxide effectively reduced the onset and severity of cavities (indicated with red arrows) in rats.

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University of Pennsylvania

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