West Hollywood Dental Office, Sunset Plaza Dental, Shares the News of Possible Self-Healing Teeth in the Future

    WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA, November 17, 2015 /24-7PressRelease/ -- West Hollywood dental office, Sunset Plaza Dental, shares the news of the new technology that promises the possibility of self-healing teeth. Tooth decay is one of the most common diseases in the world and affects the majority of people by the time they reach adulthood. Nine out of 10 adults have tooth decay, and the risk can continue through life. Before now, prevention was focused on good dental hygiene and preventive treatments such as fluoride and dental sealants, and treatment was based on a "drill and fill" (root canal )model in which critical tooth structure would be permanently lost and replaced by composite resin or another filling material. The West Hollywood dentist at Sunset Plaza Dental works closely with patients to reduce the risk of decay and to improve their smiles.

About Sunset Plaza Dental

Sunset Plaza Dental offers extensive treatment options ranging from tooth-colored fillings, porcelain crowns and dental bonding to tooth whitening, Lumineers, full-mouth reconstructions, smile makeovers, and sedation dentistry. Prevention is the primary goal of the team, and Dr. Ghasri and the team at Sunset Plaza Dental are proud to include the latest dental technology in their practice so that they can offer their patients the best possible care.

Nanotechnology may just bring new hope for those suffering from cavities. The term "nanotechnology" refers to materials that are changed at the molecular level. A nanoparticle is just a small fraction of the width of a human hair and has unusual properties that allow them to be used in many different ways thanks to the greater surface area each unit offers. In 2005, nanocomposite resins were introduced in dentistry, according to MedicalDaily.com. According to one study, these nanoparticles offered better color, fracture-resistance and adherence than conventional filling materials, including the porcelain and composites that are currently in use.

The study, which was published in "Trends in Biotechnology" under the title "Advances in Dental Materials through Nanotechnology: Facts, Perspectives and Toxicological Aspects," revealed that not only could nanoparticles offer new ways to fill cavities but can actually be used to regenerate tooth tissue. The study authors proposed wearable toothpastes with antimicrobial properties could help prevent and control decay. The authors warn that more research is needed to ensure the process is both safe and effective and would require extensive trials before it could be approved for use in the general population.

For more information, visit http://www.sunsetplazadental.com.

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