Cavities Could Be Passe`

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Scientists make game-changing discovery that could make cavities a thing of past: 'Could be added to toothpastes and mouthwashes'

Cavities are still one of the most common health problems on the planet.

by Nicole Westhoff

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What if tooth cavities could become a thing of the past? Scientists may have found a way to make this happen.

According to SciTechDaily, researchers in Israel have discovered a natural compound that can reduce Streptococcus mutans biofilm, a key cause of tooth decay, by approximately 90%. 

In simple terms, it targets the stubborn layer of bacteria that brushing and flossing may not always remove.

The compound, known as 3,3'-diindolylmethane (DIM), is found in everyday vegetables such as broccoli and cauliflower. Even better, it's considered low in toxicity. 

"The molecule, which was found to have low toxicity, could be added to toothpastes and mouthwashes," explained lead author Professor Ariel Kushmaro of the Avram and Stella Goldstein-Goren Department of Biotechnology and Engineering.

That's exciting news, especially since cavities are still one of the most common health problems on the planet. Nearly 2.5 billion people deal with them, according to the World Health Organization. 

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