Metallic Nanoparticles in Dental Biomaterials: A Review

Abstract

Nanodentistry is relatively a new concept in dentistry therapy but rapidly developing technique, driving the dental materials industry to substantial growth. Metallic nanoparticles such as iron oxide, gold and silver nanoparticles have been used and modified for dentistry applications due to their intrinsic characteristics as diagnostic and/or therapeutic property for diseases. More recently, there are a number of outstanding applications of the metallic nanoparticles in the fields of dentistry, from periodontics, endodontics, and implantology, to oral cancer therapy. This review highlights the use of metallic nanoparticles in dentistry fields and displays an updated summary of recent advances in the field of nanodentistry