Applications of Silver Nanoparticles in Dentistry

Abstract

Nanotechnology is a booming field of research and innovation that aims at building materials on the scale of atoms and molecules. Essentially Nanotechnology is characterized as the plan, characterisation, creation and utilization of structures, gadgets and frameworks by controlled control of size and shape at the nanometer scale. It is a booming field of this 21st century. Silver Nanoparticles are known for their various physical, chemical and quantum properties that make them unique. They have got excellent antimicrobial properties that extend their applications nearly in every sphere of life. Apart from the antimicrobial property, they show excellence in their Anti-inflammatory and Anti-oxidation properties. Silver nanoparticles also have many optical, mechanical, biological and chemical properties that attribute to their enhanced performances in the evaluation and clinical assessments of mechanical devices and other biomaterials. Uses of Silver Nanoparticles in the field of dentistry is remarkable. Silver nanoparticles can be used in association with dental acrylic resins, intracanal medication and in implant coatings. The current study aims at discussing the applications of silver nanoparticles in various aspects of dentistry.