Applications of Non-thermal Atmospheric Plasma in Restorative Dentistry: A Narrative Review

Abstract

Plasma-related technologies are essential in modern industries. Recently, plasma has attracted increased attention in the biomedical field. Non-thermal plasma (NTP) is widely used for various therapeutic applications in health care. Particularly in dentistry, this paper supplies an essential knowledge of plasma and a narrative review of plasma uses in restorative dentistry. There have been efforts to use NTP technology in restorative dentistry involving modifications of dental surfaces, adhesion, treatment of dental caries, and tooth bleaching. Although various investigations were in the recent stages, the prospective value of NTP for dental uses has been occured. To extende the scope of plasma approaches and put suitable research to practical use, interdisciplinary research with the participation of dental professionals is recommended.

Effect of Plasma Radiation and Other Surface Preparation Methods on Microtensile Bond Strength of Repaired Aged Resin Composite

“…Non-thermal plasma application has been reported to be effective in the penetration of self-etching adhesives into dentin [ 11 ]. In addition, its application in dentistry involves modifications of dental surfaces, anti-inflammatory properties and wound healing, treatment of oral infectious diseases, adhesion, treatment of dental caries, and tooth bleaching [ 12 , 13 ]. Argon plasma consists of ionized gas which increases the surface energy and reactivity of the composite by chemically destabilizing the surface, making it possible to form chemical bonds with the old composite.…”