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NEWS

The world’s first tooth-regrowing drug has

been approved for human trials

If things go as planned, the medicine could be available to consumers by 2030

Although the normal adult mouth has 32 teeth, about 1%
of the population has more or fewer due to congenital
conditions. Scientists have explored the genetic causes for
cases having too many teeth as clues for regenerating teeth
in adults.
A new study by scientists at Kyoto University and
the University of Fukui, reports that the fundamental
molecules responsible for tooth development have already
been identified.
The new medicine quite literally regrows teeth. The
research has been led by Katsu Takahashi, head of dentistry
and oral surgery at Kitano Hospital. The intravenous drug
deactivates the uterine sensitization-associated gene-1
(USAG-1) protein that suppresses tooth growth. Blocking
USAG-1 from interacting with other proteins triggers bone
growth.

International Dental Show 2025: The number Dr Meera Verma takes over as the first Woman
of exhibitors at the biggest trade fair of the President, International College of Dentists,
dental industry continues to grow
Section 6, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka section

Dr. Meera Verma has become
the first Woman President
of the International College
of Dentists, Section 6, India,
Nepal and Sri Lanka section
adding to her long list of
achievements. She was the First
Vice President of Indian Dental
Association, Head Office, The
Ten months before opening, the International Dental All India National Chairperson
Show (IDS) 2025 has recorded a strong rise in the of the Women Dental Council
number of exhibitors and is thus underlining its position and the Past President of Indian
as the leading trade fair for the global dental industry. Dental association, Delhi State
Almost all relevant key players have already confirmed Branch. She is the founder
their participation at the 41st IDS, which is being staged president of the Indian Dental
in Cologne from 25th to 29th March 2025. The current Association, East Delhi Branch.
list of participants already includes over 1,100 companies She is also a founder member of
from 54 countries, so there are high expectations for the Indian Academy of Restorative Dentistry, a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard
a convincing end result. A current list of exhibitors Academy and a fellow of the Royal Society of Physicians and Surgeons,
containing all companies that have registered so far is Glasgow, UK.
available immediately online under the “Provisional list The International College of Dentists is a prestigious global organization
of exhibitors” for IDS Cologne 2025. Furthermore, for recognizing outstanding professional achievement and meritorious service
any queries and concerns one can contact Koelnmesse’s while advocating for humanitarian and educational initiatives. ICD with its
team per e-mail at IDS@koelnmesse.de or by phone on presence in 139 countries has over 12000+ fellows worldwide and is one of the
+49 221 821-2086. oldest global organizations.
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