Open AccessThe effect of hydroxyapatite nanoparticles on occlusion of dental tubules for treating dentinal sensitivity
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
advanced applied materials
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2003-0789
DOI - 10.36822/adv.app.mater.20180103
Subject(s) - toothpaste , dentin , dentinal tubule , dentistry , smear layer , remineralisation , nanoparticle , tooth remineralization , materials science , chemistry , medicine , nanotechnology , enamel paint
Commercialized hydroxyapatite (HA) nanoparticles were used to make anti-sensitivity toothpaste. The toothpaste was used to apply on dentin surface daily. The HA facilitated more remineralization effect as the applied time was longer. The new remineralized layer led to more intensive infrared peak of phosphate (PO4) on the dentin.