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Published on: December 20, 2024
Future perspectives of resin-based dental materials
Klaus D Jandt1, Bernd W Sigusch
1Institute of Materials Science and Technology (IMT), Chair in Materials Science, 07743 Jena, Germany. K.Jandt@uni-jena.de
Summary
Future dental composites may see advancements in nanotechnology, antimicrobial properties, and self-repairing capabilities to improve shrinkage and wear resistance. These innovations aim to enhance material quality and promote dental tissue regeneration.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Biomaterials Engineering
- Nanotechnology
Background:
- Resin-based dental composites require improved shrinkage and wear resistance.
- Emerging trends in materials science offer potential solutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review and outlook potential future developments in resin-based biomaterials, focusing on dental composites.
- To highlight connections between materials science trends and dental applications.
Main Methods:
- Critical review of key publications including books, original research, and web sources.
- Focus on nanotechnology, antimicrobial, stimuli-responsive, self-repairing, and tissue engineering materials.
- Discussion of implications for resin-based dental materials.
Main Results:
- Nanotechnology can improve shrinkage and wear resistance in dental composites.
- Future materials may incorporate nanostructures, antimicrobial properties, and stimuli-responsive capabilities.
- Potential for self-repairing composites and those promoting tissue regeneration.
Conclusions:
- Selected future developments in resin-based dental materials are presented.
- Provides insights for researchers and practitioners into future material possibilities.
- Aims to stimulate discussion on needs and future directions in dental materials science.
