Tooth remineralization using Bio-active glass a novel approach Madan Natasha1, Professor, Madan Neeraj, Professor, Sharma Vikram, Reader, Gulati Manisha, Sr. Lecturer, Pardal Deepak, Sr. Lecturer 1Address for Correspondence: Dr. Natasha Madan Dept. of Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics PDM Dental College & Research Institute Bahadurgarh, Haryana
Online published on 7 December, 2011. Abstract Teeth go through a natural, continuous process of demineralization and re-mineralization. Demineralization occurs due to bacterial acids, foods and physiological process. Mineralization occurs from the calcium and phosphorus (normally present in saliva) precipitating into a crystalline form of calcium phosphate called Hydroxy Carbonate Apatite (HCA), which is the mineral component of all teeth and bones. Since natural re-mineralization is inadequate to maintain strong enamel, the natural re-mineralization process needs to be augmented. The discovery of Bioactive Glass pushed the boundaries of biomaterials capability and their function. In an era of bio-inert materials and implantation, Hench determined the critical steps for bioactive glass-ceramic interaction with the human body in order to bond. Various dentifrices have been formulated that have calcium-sodium-phosphosilicate as their prime constituent, which enhance tooth re-mineralization by providing calcium and phosphorus to the tooth surface. This paper is an attempt to highlight the unique re-mineralizing properties of Bio active glass. Top Keywords Bio-active glass, Calcium Phosphate, Demineralization, Hydroxyapatite, Remineralization. Top |