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Copper nanoparticles as potential antimicrobial agent in disinfecting root canals: a systematic review

Copper was registered as the first solid antimicrobial material. Its availability makes it an important option as an antibacterial agent. At nanoparticle size it does not exceed 100 nm, allowing close interaction with microbial membranes, enhancing its effect even more. Copper generates toxic hydroxyl ra...

Effect of silver nanoparticles on the physicochemical and antimicrobial properties of an orthodontic adhesive

J. appl. oral sci; 24 (4), 2016
ABSTRACT Orthodontic treatment with fixed brackets plays a major role on the formation of white spot lesions. Objective This study aimed to incorporate silver nanoparticle solutions (AgNP) in an orthodontic adhesive and evaluate its physicochemical and antimicrobial properties. Material and Methods S...

Synthesis of silver nanoparticles using a biosurfactant produced in low-cost medium as stabilizing agent

Electron. j. biotechnol; 17 (3), 2014
Background A biosurfactant produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa cultivated in a low-cost medium formulated with 2.5% vegetable oil refinery residue and 2.5% corn steep liquor and distilled water was employed to stabilize silver nanoparticles in the liquid phase. The particles were initially synthesized usi...