Once there was RyanLochte, the Olympic gold-winner in swimming, this
time Katy Perry was spotted wearing precious grillz. The tendency is
gaining momentum. But is it just
a freaky thing of
celebrity or do they
know the real value of diamond encrusted grillz?
The idea of using diamond-encrusted teeth has serious medical
grounds. Scientists have discovered that diamonds of small spherical
shape can increase the durability of dental implants and promote bone
growth. They can also fight diseases and improve oral health.
The
problem of osteonecrosis can also be sold with the help of diamonds.
This is a potentially debilitating disease that causes bones
breakdown due to reduced blood flow. Miniscule gems can help combat
the illness being implanted in teeth.
Japanese
scientists from the NanoCarbon Research Institute and engineers from
the UCLA found out that nanodiamonds (4-5 nanometers in diameter) can
help to deliver proteins in the mouth cavity and thus to prevent
osteonecrosis. Osteonecrosis is a serious disease that affects the
jaw bone, damage it and prevents people from speaking and eating. The
study on nanodiamond implants can be found in the Journal of Dental
Research. Currently instead of nanodiamonds a sponge is implanted in
the bone to help administer proteins. But things are going to change
soon. The operation promised to be less time-consuming and more
effective.
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