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humans, by design, are diphyodont, meaning we are programmed to grow only two sets of teeth, unlike sharks. however, given how drastically our diets have changed - with more sugary and processed foods - our teeth are being affected more than ever. could our biological programming adapt to these new challenges, or perhaps science might make a leap and mimic the processes for tooth regeneration?

thinking while getting my tooth fixed at the dentist 💭

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same! i was chatting with llm - why humans can’t re-grow teeth, or repair itself after cavities like how burned skin or any injury works and it mentioned the term

TIL the word diphyodont

Though I checked and diphyodo doesn’t exist, unfortunately