Silver Nanoparticles in Dental Applications: A Descriptive Review

Abstract

Silver nanoparticles have been a recent focus of many researchers in dentistry, and their potential uses and benefits have drawn attention in dentistry and medicine. The fabrication and utilization of nanoscale substances and structures are at the core of the rapidly developing areas of nanotechnology. They are often used in the dental industry because they prevent bacteria from making nanoparticles, oxides, and biofilms. They also stop the metabolism of bacteria. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are a type of zero-dimensional material with different shapes. Dentistry has to keep up with changing patient needs and new technology. Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) can be used in dentistry for disinfection and preventing infections in the oral cavity. One of the most interesting metallic nanoparticles used in biomedical applications is silver nanoparticles (AgNPs). The dental field has found promising uses for silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) in the elimination of plaque and tartar, as well as the elimination of bacterial and fungal infections in the mouth. The incorporation of AgNPs into dental materials has been shown to significantly enhance patients’ oral health, leading to their widespread use. This review focuses on AgNP synthesis, chemical properties, biocompatibility, uses in various dental fields, and biomaterials used in dentistry. With an emphasis on aspects related to the inclusion of silver nanoparticles, this descriptive review paper also intends to address the recent developments of AgNPs in dentistry.

Recent advances in metal nanoparticles to treat periodontitis

“…AgNPs may be used in dentistry to clean the mouth and stop infections from occurring. AgNPs have shown promise in the dentistry sector for the removal of plaque and tartar as well as the removal of bacterial and fungal diseases in the mouth [ 82 ]. In addition, AgNPs are used in the disciplines of implantology, prosthodontics, endodontics, restorative dentistry, orthodontics, and periodontics.…”

Green synthesis and characterization of Ag nanoparticles using fresh and dry Portulaca Oleracea leaf extracts: Enhancing light reflectivity properties of ITO glass

“…In addition, AgNPs are one of the most talented harvests in nanotechnology manufacturing. AgNPs have some possible applications, such as indicative biomedical optical imaging [13], and medical request [14] such as wound bandages [15], clinical devices [16], food packaging [17], therapeutic applications [18], dental applications [19] and numerous key-purchaser belongings manufacturers that even now manufacture household substances that operate the antibacterial properties [20].…”

Rosmarinic Acid-Rich Perilla frutescens Extract-Derived Silver Nanoparticles: A Green Synthesis Approach for Multifunctional Biomedical Applications including Antibacterial, Antioxidant, and Anticancer Activities

“…Molecules 2024, 29, x FOR PEER REVIEW 2 of 25 have found widespread use in various applications, including dental implants, surgical devices, bone and tissue engineering applications, and other biomedical devices [13][14][15]. AgNPs have also been incorporated into food packaging, paints, and coatings [16,17].…”

“…AgNPs can be used in various materials, including optical sensors [ 2 ], electrical batteries [ 3 ], supercapacitors [ 4 ], nanoceramics [ 5 ], flame retardants [ 6 ], biosensors [ 7 ], drug delivery vehicles [ 8 ], catalysts [ 9 ], and as antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer agents [ 10 , 11 , 12 ]. Due to their antibacterial properties, AgNPs have found widespread use in various applications, including dental implants, surgical devices, bone and tissue engineering applications, and other biomedical devices [ 13 , 14 , 15 ]. AgNPs have also been incorporated into food packaging, paints, and coatings [ 16 , 17 ].…”