Preventative Agents: The Multiple Uses of Silver Nanoparticles in Dentistry.

As nanomaterials increasingly become available for use in dentistry, one of the most intriguing topics is silver nanoparticle (AgNP) utilization for preventative and clinical applications. Many studies have pointed to not only the antimicrobial effects of these small particles, including their ability to kill oral pathogens, but also their use in oral care and restorative dentistry. This article describes multiple aspects of the use of nanotechnology, and specifically highlights how silver nanoparticles are being incorporated into the field of dentistry.