International interest in metal-based antimicrobial coatings to control the spread of bacteria,
fungi, and viruses via high contact human touch surfaces are growing at an exponential rate …

Objectives The aim of this study was to systematically review the growth inhibition
effectiveness of zinc against Streptococcus mutans. The main question was,“Does the zinc …

Objectives Recurrent caries was partly ascribed to lack of antibacterial properties in
composite resin. Silver and zinc nanoparticles are considered to be broad-spectrum …

Anti-bacterial activity of biologically synthesized zinc oxide (ZnO) nanostructures has
engrossed great attention around the globe due to distinctive nanotechnological …

Dental biofilms can cause major oral diseases like gingivitis, periodontitis, and caries.
Orthodontic appliances promote supra-and subgingival biofilm accumulation, alter the oral …

Objective Various nanoparticles are currently under investigation to impart biointeractivity for
dental materials. This study aimed to:(1) formulate an experimental dental adhesive …

Resin composite materials exhibit good esthetic properties and strength, making them the
most commonly used materials for restoring hard tissue, ie, enamel and dentin. In the last 30 …

Dental composite resins are widely used in dental restorations. However, their clinical
application is limited by the occurrence of secondary caries. Strontium-modified phosphate …

Background Potential complications on the crown level during fixed orthodontic procedures
are white spot, enamel demineralization and tooth decay. This study evaluated the …

This study evaluated the antibacterial activity of zinc oxide nanoparticles incorporated into
self‐cured glass ionomer cement (GIC) and light‐cured resin‐reinforced GIC on …