Nanodentistry.
J Am Dent Assoc
; 131(11): 1559-65, 2000 Nov.
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| ID: mdl-11103574
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Nanodentistry will make possible the maintenance of comprehensive oral health by involving the use of nanomaterials, biotechnology (including tissue engineering) and, ultimately, dental nanorobotics (nanomedicine).RESULTS:
When the first micrometer-sized dental nanorobots can be constructed within 10 to 20 years, these devices will allow precisely controlled oral analgesia, dentition replacement therapy using biologically autologous whole replacement teeth manufactured during a single office visit, and rapid nanometer-scale precision restorative dentistry. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS New treatment opportunities may include dentition renaturalization, permanent hypersensitivity cure, complete orthodontic realignments during a single office visit, covalently bonded diamondized enamel and continuous oral health maintenance through the use of mechanical dentifrobots.
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Tecnologia Odontológica
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Equipamentos Odontológicos
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Idioma:
En
Ano de publicação:
2000
Tipo de documento:
Article