10 August 2026
Nanotechnology Might Prevent Dental Surgery
Many patients avoid dental surgery due to pain and recovery time. However, recent pre-clinical studies have used nanotechnology as an alternative to surgery:
– Nanotechnology can deliver drugs to the gums such as enzymes that break down collagen fibres, without the need for a scalpel.
– This technology could also be used to move collagen fibres allowing teeth to move more easily with braces.
– If you’re concerned about surgery, your dentist will be happy to discuss the pros and cons with you.
“Pain and recovery time associated to a dentist visit could be potentially reduced with the aid of specialized nanotechnology.”
Read the full story here: https://www.medindia.net/news/oral-surgery-pain-vanishes-with-nanotechnology-intervention-177079-1.htm
Tags: dentalhealth, dentist, oralhealth, teeth