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@kixik@lemmy.ml to Science@lemmy.ml • 2 years ago

90% Reduction: Scientists Discover Natural Molecule That Eradicates Plaques and Cavities

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90% Reduction: Scientists Discover Natural Molecule That Eradicates Plaques and Cavities

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@kixik@lemmy.ml to Science@lemmy.ml • 2 years ago
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3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM) decreased the Streptococcus mutans biofilm, a leading contributor to plaque and cavities, by 90%. A significant portion of the global population experiences persistent issues with dental plaque and cavities or will face them at some time. While toothpaste, mouthwash, and

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  • @Yerbouti@lemmy.ml
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    Mmmkay, but what about tooth decay, mmkay?

    • @Umbrias@beehaw.org
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      Not much to do about a decayed tooth short of stem cells so not sure why you’re asking about repair for something that’s entirely preventative

      • @emptiestplace@lemmy.ml
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        5•2 years ago

        Is this the most intellectually dishonest thing you were able to come up with on short notice?

        • @Umbrias@beehaw.org
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          No. That’s… Not what intellectual dishonesty is.

          • @emptiestplace@lemmy.ml
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            1•2 years ago

            So you actually believe that was a reasonable question?

            • @Umbrias@beehaw.org
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              1•2 years ago

              Why isn’t it?

              • @emptiestplace@lemmy.ml
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                It’s like asking someone why they care about advances in other types of remedial care like bypass surgery or whatever.

                • @Umbrias@beehaw.org
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                  What lmao. This is so nonsensical I have no response.

      • @Aagje_D_Vogel@feddit.nl
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        In case it kidnaps the to-be Queen of Canada.

        • @Umbrias@beehaw.org
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          1•2 years ago

          Of course.

    • @nutlink@beehaw.org
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