Evidence supporting the use of: Mother of Pearl
For the body system: Teeth

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Mother of Pearl, also known as nacre, has been traditionally used in Chinese and other forms of traditional medicine to support dental health and strengthen teeth. Its use is largely based on the belief that its high calcium content and biomineral structure can help remineralize or fortify teeth, making them stronger and healthier. Historically, nacre has been ground into powders and included in various remedies targeting the teeth and bones. The rationale is that, since Mother of Pearl is composed mainly of calcium carbonate along with organic matrix proteins, these elements could potentially benefit hard tissues such as teeth. However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. While there are studies exploring nacre’s osteogenic (bone-forming) properties and its role in bone graft materials, direct clinical evidence showing benefits for teeth in humans is sparse. Some laboratory research indicates that nacre can induce mineralization and may promote the growth of dental pulp cells or bone cells in vitro, but these findings have not been robustly translated into everyday dental care or proven effective in human clinical trials. Therefore, while traditional use exists and some scientific interest persists, robust evidence supporting Mother of Pearl as a dental supplement remains weak.

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