Applications of Nanotechnology in Orthodontics

Nanotechnology is the collection of techniques that allows for the manipulation of

nanoparticles on an atomic, molecular, and supramolecular scale. Nanoparticles are
insoluble particles less than 100 nm in size.A lot of research is being focused on the
application of nanotechnology in orthodontics. Though much of the research has taken place
in the labs, gradually in vivo studies are making their way. Biosafety of nanoparticles and
materials is a subject of concern, demanding focus on further studies of the toxic effects of
nano-particles to ensure their ethical usage in the oral cavity.This offers a suggestion for
identifying the physical and biological characteristics of the new substance.
The use of nanotechnology in orthodontics is the subject of a lot of research. In vivo
investigations are gradually becoming more common, despite the fact that the majority of the
research has been conducted in labs.