enamel: Quick Facts

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A lab-made gel that helps rebuild tooth enamel could reshape how we treat erosion and sensitive teeth • Oct. 29, 2026, 3:42 PM ET (Miami Herald)

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A labeled cross section illustration of an adult human molar shows the tooth's crown and root, with layers including enamel, dentin, and pulp, as well as gum, cementum, blood vessels, periodontal ligament, lateral canals, and nerve.

A dentist holds a glass of water while a child with an exaggerated smile reclines in a dental chair. The water glass is circled, and arrows point to it.

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