Therapeutic Applications of Nanotechnology in Maxillofacial Tissue Regeneration

Disorders affecting the hard and soft tissues of the face including the dental arches are categorized as oral and maxillofacial disorders. The use of bioactive nanomaterials NMs in medicine has advanced significantly with nanotechnology contributing notable advances in both prevention and therapy. This review highlights current advancements in nanotechnology for managing diseases of the mouth jaw and soft palate with an emphasis on improving the standard of oral and maxillofacial care. Nanoscale materials beneficial for oral health include polymers liposomes particles micelles capsules and scaffolds. By simulating the formation of natural tissue they improve the restoration of tissue function facilitate identification and treatment of disorders and aid in the repair of damaged tissues. Research demonstrates that applying nanotechnology to reconstructive surgery is a promising field that is still in its infancy and if this developing technology is to eventually replace present surgical practices considerable research is needed. Nevertheless as understanding of nanotechnology expands interest and advancement in this discipline are expected to continue.