Genetically modified fruit can prevent tooth decay

Experts at London's Gueys Hospital have discovered that a special peptide can prevent variant Streptococcus from sticking to the surface of teeth, which can prevent tooth decay. Now scientists have identified and isolated genes that control the production of this peptide. Professor James of the Institute of International Horticulture Research in the UK has implanted this gene in apples or strawberries in the hope of breeding genetically modified fruit that produces the peptide. Scientists believe that the use of genetically modified fruit to prevent tooth decay is more economical and convenient.