A photothermal therapy-based composite hydrogel for sequential management of inflammation control and bone regeneration in severe periodontitis

Key Points

• The hydrogel reduces inflammation in periodontitis by utilizing antibacterial effects and alleviating bleeding.
• It subsequently promotes bone regeneration through targeted photothermal therapy.
• The study introduces a novel injectable hydrogel platform for sequential therapeutic effects.
• This approach highlights the innovative use of photothermal therapy for dental applications and tissue healing.