Role of nanotechnology in oral medicine: A review

Vijila K.V, Priya Ramani, Sharmila, Supriya Brahma * and Vishva M

Department of Oral Medicine & Radiology, Thaimoogambigai Dental College and Hospital, Mogappiar Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute, Chennai, India.
 
Review
International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 13(02), 1643–1647.
Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.13.2.2269
Publication history: 
Received on 12 October 2024; revised on 26 November 2024; accepted on 28 November 2024
 
Abstract: 
Nanotechnology is revolutionizing dentistry, enhancing oral health care with greater precision and effectiveness. It works with super tiny materials, called nanoparticles, that are 1-100 nanometers small. These are used in oral medicine and radiology to improve diagnosis, treatments, and prevention. Things like nanosensors, quantum dots, and nanocomposites help detect and fix problems faster. Nanotechnology also fights harmful biofilms and develops advanced therapeutics for oral health. While it’s exciting, there are still challenges to make it common in dental care.
 
Keywords: 
Nanotechnology; Nanoparticles; Quantum Dots; Nanobiosensors; Biofilms; Nanocomposites; Therapeutics.
 
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