Upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs) have attracted considerable attention owing to their
unique photophysical properties. Their utilization in biomedical applications depends on the …

We studied the dissolution behavior of β NaYF4: Yb (20%), Er (2%) UCNP of two different
sizes in biologically relevant media ie, water (neutral pH), phosphate buffered saline (PBS) …

Objective This study compared the effect of an experimental NaF/TiF 4 mouth rinse with a
commercial tin/F mouth rinse on the prevention of tooth wear in situ. Methods Fifteen …

Objective To compare the in vitro cytotoxicity of four commercial topical fluoride varnishes
widely used in daily dental practice for the prevention of caries on human fibroblasts …

Objective To compare the effect of TiF 4 and NaF varnishes on demineralized bovine
enamel under different cariogenic activities in situ. Methods Twenty subjects participated of …

Antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) has been used as an adjuvant treatment of oral
infections as a minimal intervention clinical approach. Its antimicrobial efficacy was …

The stunning optical properties of upconverting nanoparticles (UCNPs) have inspired
promising biomedical technologies. Nevertheless, their transfer to aqueous media is often …

Objectives This study pursued two main purposes. The first aim was to expound on the
microscopic factors of radiation-related caries (RRC). Further, it aimed to compare the …

This randomized three-armed controlled clinical trial compared the effect of titanium
tetrafluoride (TiF4) and sodium fluoride (NaF) varnishes on caries control in smooth surfaces …

Objectives This study evaluated the staining potential of TiF 4 varnish and TiF 4/NaF solution
on both sound and previously eroded enamel in vitro. Methods One hundred and eighty …