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  • Materials Chemistry
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Bioactive glasses (BGs) exhibit significant potential in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
  • Their therapeutic efficacy stems from their bioactivity, ability to bond with living tissues, and accelerate healing.
  • BGs release therapeutic ions into the biological environment, promoting healing and therapeutic effects.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the growing research on bioactive glasses (BGs) and their applications.
  • To highlight the therapeutic potential of BGs in tissue engineering, regenerative medicine, and cancer research.
  • To emphasize the role of mesoporous bioactive glasses (MBGs) as advanced drug delivery systems.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent advancements in bioactive glass research.
  • Analysis of the mechanisms behind BG bioactivity and therapeutic ion release.
  • Exploration of MBGs as platforms for delivering small molecules and pharmaceutical agents.

Main Results:

  • Bioactive glasses demonstrate a strong capacity for bonding with living tissues.
  • The release of therapeutic ions from BGs significantly accelerates the healing process.
  • Mesoporous bioactive glasses offer a versatile platform for delivering various therapeutic agents.

Conclusions:

  • Bioactive glasses are highly promising biomaterials for regenerative medicine and tissue repair.
  • The unique properties of BGs, including ion release and tissue integration, drive their therapeutic benefits.
  • Mesoporous bioactive glasses represent a versatile and crucial class of biomaterials for future medical applications, particularly in drug delivery.