Nanotechnology in Endodontics: Advancing and Efficacy in Root Canal Therapy

Abstract

Nanotechnology is a rapidly developing field with a wide range of applications in various industries, including medicine, electronics, and materials science. Nanomaterials produced with nanotechnology have also started to be used in dentistry applications. The use of nanotechnology in dentistry has revolutionized various aspects of oral healthcare, from diagnostics to treatments. This article reviews the current status of nanotechnology in the field of endodontics with its possible applications

Keywords

• Nanotechnology
• dentistry
• endodontics

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