The implications and applications of nanotechnology in dentistry: A review

The implications and applications of nanotechnology in dentistry: A review

The emerging science of nanotechnology, especially within the dental and medical fields, sparked a research interest in their potential applications and benefits in comparison to conventional materials used. Therefore, a better understanding of the science behind nanotechnology is essential to appre...

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Main Author: Rawan N. AlKahtani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2018-04-01
Series:Saudi Dental Journal
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1013905218300038
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spelling doaj-6bcd9df6ac1b4e639ad0818fe407477b2020-11-25T02:23:39ZengElsevierSaudi Dental Journal1013-90522018-04-01302107116The implications and applications of nanotechnology in dentistry: A reviewRawan N. AlKahtani0Restorative Dentistry Division, Clinical Dental Sciences Department, College of Dentistry, Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaThe emerging science of nanotechnology, especially within the dental and medical fields, sparked a research interest in their potential applications and benefits in comparison to conventional materials used. Therefore, a better understanding of the science behind nanotechnology is essential to appreciate how these materials can be utilised in our daily practice. The present paper will help the reader understand nanoscience, and the benefits and limitations of nanotechnology by addressing its ethical, social, and health implications. Additionally, nano-applications in dental diagnostics, dental prevention, and in dental materials will be addressed, with examples of commercially available products and evidence on their clinical performance. Keywords: Nanodentistry, Nanotechnology, Nanomaterialshttp://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1013905218300038
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description The emerging science of nanotechnology, especially within the dental and medical fields, sparked a research interest in their potential applications and benefits in comparison to conventional materials used. Therefore, a better understanding of the science behind nanotechnology is essential to appreciate how these materials can be utilised in our daily practice. The present paper will help the reader understand nanoscience, and the benefits and limitations of nanotechnology by addressing its ethical, social, and health implications. Additionally, nano-applications in dental diagnostics, dental prevention, and in dental materials will be addressed, with examples of commercially available products and evidence on their clinical performance. Keywords: Nanodentistry, Nanotechnology, Nanomaterials
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