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. 2010 Jan;1(1):41-4.
doi: 10.4103/0975-5950.69166.

A critical review of the implication of nanotechnology in modern dental practice

Sanjeev Kumar Verma  1 , K C Prabhat, Lata Goyal, Manita Rani, Amit Jain
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A critical review of the implication of nanotechnology in modern dental practice

Sanjeev Kumar Verma et al. Natl J Maxillofac Surg. 2010 Jan.

Abstract

Curiosity has its own reason for existing. For thousands of years, mankind has been harnessing its curiosity into inquiry and the process of scientific methodology. If we consider technology as an engine, then science is its fuel. Science of miniaturization (nanotechnology) is manipulating matter at nanometer level and the application of the same to medicine is called nanomedicine. Nanotechnology holds promise for advanced diagnostics, targeted drug delivery, and biosensors. When we gain access to hold the nanorobots, we will be able to treat very rapidly a number of diseases that are a continuous threat for mankind today. The present article aims to provide an early glimpse on the impact and future implication of nanotechnology in dentistry, especially in oral surgery and orthodontics.

Keywords: Dental practice; nanomedicine; nanoparticles; nanotechnology.

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of Interest: None declared.

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Nanoparticles in various shapes sheets, rods, grains, etc.
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Autologous replacement of tooth by orthodontic nanorobots
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Intraoperative imaging malignant lesion by fluorescence nanoparticles and targeted malignant cell destruction by quantum dot nanoparticles
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Control of nanorobots by onboard computer; sensor and manipulators detecting pathology and treating it
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