Innovative Tooth Decay Treatment: The Future of Cavity Care Without Drills

The video discusses a novel approach to treating tooth decay without drills, using a special toothpaste that forms synthetic enamel. Traditional methods involve drilling and fillings, which often lead to retreatment. The new paste, developed at Tokyo's FAP Dental Institute, bonds with the tooth to seal cavities and stop decay. It works by creating a continuous enamel layer at a nanometre level. Currently in clinical trials, the paste is not yet available for home use due to its strong acidity, requiring professional application. The treatment is expected to be available in a few years.

What is a major drawback of conventional tooth decay treatments?

• They use natural materials.

• They are painless.

• They often require retreatment.

• They are too expensive.

What is the main component of the paste being trialed at Tokyo's FAP Dental Institute?

• Natural tooth enamel

• Synthetic polymers

• Calcium rich crystals

• Metal alloys

How does the paste help in stopping the tooth decay process?

• By removing the tooth entirely

• By bonding with the tooth and sealing the cavity

• By providing nutrients to bacteria

• By drilling into the tooth

Why is the paste not included in commercially prepared toothpaste?

• It is too expensive to produce.

• It is not approved by dental associations.

• It is not effective in treating cavities.

• It is strongly acidic and requires professional supervision.

When does Doctor Yamagishi expect the treatment to be available for dentists?

• It is already available

• In two or three years

• In the next month

• In a decade