Synthesis and characterization of Alocasia indica infused silver nanoparticles for dental implant applications

Abstract

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were effectively synthesized in this research work from the leaves extract of Alocasia indica using the green synthesis method at room temperature for antimicrobial applications. The synthesized nanoparticles were characterized by different characterization processes such as Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-viz) spectroscopy, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS), and antibacterial analysis. The bio-reduction of the silver ions and the formation of nanoparticles were confirmed by the UV analysis observing the Plasmon resonance peak at 267 nm. The IR spectra have confirmed the presence of different bio-compounds. SEM analysis showed the circular structure of the synthesized nanoparticles with minimal diameter. The synthesized nanoparticles showed 99% inhibition against gram-positive S. aureus bacteria. The mechanisms of silver ions' antibacterial activity and anti-biofilm and their application in dental implants are also mentioned.

Keywords

• Silver nanoparticle
• Green synthesis
• Antimicrobial application
• Alocasia indica
• Dental implant