Newest Developments of Nanotechnology in Dentistry: A Review of Literature

Abstract

Introduction: The use of nanotechnology in the field of dentistry has received assiduous attention in recent years. This technology has led to notable advances in materials science and biotechnology. Moreover, the use of nanotechnology has enabled dentists to overcome the limitations of current treatment plans and improve medical services. Several branches of dentistry have benefited from the advancement of this technology. Therefore, the present study aimed to provide readers with various types of nanotechnology used in dentistry, along with their advantages and disadvantages. Methods: A query was carried out on PubMed and Google Scholar databases for the articles published from 2000-2022 using the keywords of Nanotechnology, Nanomaterials, Nanocomposites, Nano metals, and Nanorobots. Finally, 83 relevant articles which focused on "Nanotechnology in Dentistry" were selected and explored. Conclusion: As evidenced by the obtained results, a combination of nanotechnology and dentistry provides multiple substantial benefits, including aiding in treatment improvement, pain reduction after treatment, cell surgery, more durable dental restorations, and greater patient satisfaction. Therefore, more success and fewer treatment failures are expected in all branches of dentistry with the expanded application of this science.

Keywords

• nanotechnology
• nanomaterials
• nanocomposites
• nanometals
• nanorobots