Nanoparticles have emerged as a transformative innovation in dentistry, offering unique physicochemical properties that enhance diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic outcomes. Their high surface-to-volume ratio, antimicrobial activity, and ability to interact at the molecular level have enabled wide-ranging applications across restorative dentistry, endodontics, periodontics, implantology, and oral medicine. Silver, zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and calcium phosphate nanoparticles have shown promise in combating oral biofilms, preventing secondary caries, improving adhesion in restorative materials, and enhancing remineralisation of dental tissues. In implantology, nanoparticle coatings contribute to osseointegration and infection resistance, while in periodontics, nanocarriers facilitate targeted drug delivery and regenerative therapies. Despite these advances, challenges remain regarding biocompatibility, long-term stability, controlled release, and potential toxicity. Future research is expected to focus on smart nanoparticle systems with stimuli-responsive behaviours, multifunctional composites, and personalised nanodentistry tailored to individual patient needs. Overall, nanoparticles hold significant potential to revolutionize dental practice, improving both clinical efficacy and patient outcomes.
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Ioana Stanciu
Department of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of
Bucharest, 4-12 Elisabeta Blvd, 030018, Bucharest, Romania
Please see the book here :- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/msraa/v11/6349
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