Improvement of Quality of Life Through Nanoparticles in Restorative Dentistry

Dental methods aimed at dental rehabilitation, regional anesthesia, orthodontic realigning, permanent hypersensitivity treatment, covalent bonding diamondized enamel, dental health preservation using mechanical dentifrobots, and the formation of artificial bone and teeth are among the possible uses of nanotools in dentistry. The evaluation and treatment of problems affecting the teeth and their surrounding tissues are the focus of restorative dentistry. For the restoration of tooth function and the repair and replacement of damaged tooth structures as well as better aesthetics, advanced procedures are required. In the past few years, resin-based dental restorative materials have made significant progress. Dental composite resin's mechanical performance, minimal polymerization contraction, strong wear resistance, and surface hardness can all be considerably improved by adding nanoparticles to the matrix. To date, nanocomposites for the repair of tooth structure have made one of the most significant contributions to restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Nanocomposites' characteristics aid in minimizing polymerization loss. Their microhardness is higher than that of already employed posterior resin-based composites, and the improved polishability properties in turn result in a smoother surface with better shade qualities. Nanocomposites have a number of benefits, including reduced weight, excellent thermal and electrical properties, antimicrobial activity, and the ability to remineralize dental defects. The other nanotools used in restorative dentistry are nanoadhesives, nanoionomers and nanoendodontic sealants. Nanoadhesives protect against failure of a restoration from bacterial invasion occurs due to spaces between restorative material and preparation margins. Nanoionomers chemically adhere to the surface of the tooth and offer advantages of enhanced bond strength, chemical stability, and insoluble nature. Nano endodontic sealers have the advantage of sealing better than conventional sealers and employing nanoparticles effectively acts as an antibacterial agent. Due to its potential uses and advantages, there is a growing demand for and interest in nano-based dental materials.