scholarly journals Biocompatible Metal-Oxide Nanoparticles: Nanotechnology Improvement of Conventional Prosthetic Acrylic Resins

2011 ◽  
Vol 2011 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laura S. Acosta-Torres ◽  
Luz M. López-Marín ◽  
R. Elvira Núñez-Anita ◽  
Genoveva Hernández-Padrón ◽  
Victor M. Castaño

Nowadays, most products for dental restoration are produced from acrylic resins based on heat-cured Poly(Methyl MethAcrylate) (PMMA). The addition of metal nanoparticles to organic materials is known to increase the surface hydrophobicity and to reduce adherence to biomolecules. This paper describes the use of nanostructured materials, TiO2and Fe2O3, for simultaneously coloring and/or improving the antimicrobial properties of PMMA resins. Nanoparticles of metal oxides were included during suspension polymerization to produce hybrid metal oxides-alginate-containing PMMA. Metal oxide nanoparticles were characterized by dynamic light scattering, and X-ray diffraction. Physicochemical characterization of synthesized resins was assessed by a combination of spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, viscometry, porosity, and mechanical tests. Adherence ofCandida albicanscells and cellular compatibility assays were performed to explore biocompatibility and microbial adhesion of standard and novel materials. Our results show that introduction of biocompatible metal nanoparticles is a suitable means for the improvement of conventional acrylic dental resins.

2009 ◽  
Vol 64 (1) ◽  
pp. 20-26 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liubov Shtykova ◽  
Camilla Fant ◽  
Paul Handa ◽  
Ann Larsson ◽  
Kent Berntsson ◽  
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2020 ◽  
Vol 01 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muna A. Ali ◽  
Kareem A. Mosa

Background:: The concept of nutraceuticals has gained increased interest recently as it is based on using natural substances for therapeutic applications. However, limitations such as low bioavailability have restricted the use of these substances thus far. Nanoencapsulation of nutraceuticals has been proposed as a promising solution to circumvent such issues by increasing their bioavailability and targeting their release. Metal and metal oxide nanoparticles are amongst the inorganic nanocarriers that have been studied for their ability to encapsulate nutraceuticals. Objectives:: The aim of this article is to provide an overview of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles and their synthesis and applications. Furthermore, the conjugation of these nanoparticles with nutraceuticals will be discussed along with their potential applications. Conclusion:: It has been observed that the conjugation of nutraceuticals with metal nanoparticles resulted in the cumulative properties of both these factors with increased effectiveness. Such advancements are crucial for nutraceutical use in important theranostic applications that combine diagnosis and therapy.


2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (7) ◽  
pp. 1854-1859 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruiqi Fang ◽  
Panliang Tian ◽  
Xianfeng Yang ◽  
Rafael Luque ◽  
Yingwei Li

A versatile strategy using MOFs as precursors to encapsulate ultrasmall non-noble metal-oxides nanoparticles in the mesopores of KIT-6 is developed.


2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 145
Author(s):  
Liubov Soltys ◽  
Ostap Olkhovyy ◽  
Tetiana Tatarchuk ◽  
Mu. Naushad

Increased request for metal and metal oxide nanoparticles nanoparticles has led to their large-scale production using high-energy methods with various toxic solvents. This cause environmental contamination, thus eco-friendly “green” synthesis methods has become necessary. An alternative way to synthesize metal nanoparticles includes using bioresources, such as plants and plant products, bacteria, fungi, yeast, algae, etc. “Green” synthesis has low toxicity, is safe for human health and environment compared to other methods, meaning it is the best approach for obtaining metal and metal oxide nanoparticles. This review reveals 12 principles of “green” chemistry and examples of biological components suitable for “green” synthesis, as well as modern scientific research of eco-friendly synthesis methods of magnetic and metal nanoparticles. Particularly, using extracts of green tea, fruits, roots, leaves, etc., to obtain Fe3O4 NPs. The various precursors as egg white (albumen), leaf and fruit extracts, etc., can be used for the „green” synthesis of spinel magnetic NPs. “Green” nanoparticles are being widely used as antimicrobials, photocatalysts and adsorbents. “Green” magnetic nanoparticles demonstrate low toxicity and high biocompatibility, which allows for their biomedical application, especially for targeted drug delivery, contrast imaging and magnetic hyperthermia applications. The synthesis of silver, gold, platinum and palladium nanoparticles using extracts from fungi, red algae, fruits, etc., has been described.


2017 ◽  
Vol 53 (27) ◽  
pp. 3810-3813 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jangkeun Cho ◽  
Leilei Xu ◽  
Changbum Jo ◽  
Ryong Ryoo

A strategy for achieving a high dispersion of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles in a mono-modal fashion is developed.


2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (12) ◽  
pp. 5097-5103
Author(s):  
Qi Hu ◽  
Ziyu Wang ◽  
Xiaowan Huang ◽  
Yongjie Qin ◽  
Hengpan Yang ◽  
...  

A facile route is developed for the synthesis of defective metal oxide nanoparticles within porous nanofibers by capitalizing on the distinct pyrolysis behaviors of metal–organic compounds and polymers for efficient overall water splitting.


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