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Purpose: Nanomaterials have a plethora of applications in the field of dental sciences. Due to their peculiar properties and distinguishing characteristics, nanomaterials are used as candidates for coating titanium, acrylic, and PLA/PCL-based dental implants. This article reviews various nanomaterials that can impart antibacterial properties and be used as implant coating materials. Methods: Research articles published between 1992 and 2021, based on nanomaterial coatings for dental applications, were retrieved from Google Scholar and were thoroughly studied. Results: The research articles reviewed indicated that a substantial amount of progress had been made in the area of antibacterial resistance of nanomaterial-based coatings for dental implants. This work’s main contribution lies in a comprehensive review of the various nanostructures that inhibit the nurturing of bacterial biofilms on implants, thus diminishing the probability of any infection. Significance: Given the reported results, additional clinical research and investigation on nanostructure-coated implants aids in efficient implementation. |
