Scientists Achieve First Successful Growth of Human Teeth in Lab

This breakthrough in regenerative dentistry could lead to natural tooth regrowth, offering a sustainable alternative to fillings and implants.

Researchers at King’s College London and Imperial College London have successfully grown human teeth in a lab for the first time, marking a major advancement in regenerative dentistry.
The innovation uses a specially engineered material that replicates the natural environment for tooth development, enabling cells to signal and form teeth.
Two approaches are being explored: growing a complete tooth in the lab for implantation or transplanting early-stage tooth cells directly into the jaw to develop naturally.
Lab-grown teeth are expected to integrate seamlessly into the jaw, offering a biologically compatible, durable, and self-repairing alternative to traditional dental treatments.
This breakthrough, a result of over a decade of collaborative research, has the potential to revolutionize dental care and address growing oral health challenges.