Scientists hunt for the 'Cavity Gene' in kids
NCT ID NCT00541060
Summary
This study aimed to understand why some children get many cavities while others get none, by looking for possible genetic causes. Researchers compared saliva samples from 250 children with severe cavities to 160 young adults with no cavities. The goal was to find specific gene changes that might weaken tooth enamel and make it more prone to decay, which could change how we prevent and treat cavities in the future.
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Hopital Bretonneau
Paris, 75018, France
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