Natural Antibacterial Compounds with Potential for Incorporation into Dental Adhesives: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Dental adhesives are essential in modern restorative dentistry and are constantly evolving. However, challenges like secondary caries from bacterial infiltration at the adhesive-tooth interface persist. While synthetic antibacterial agents in adhesives show promise, safety concerns have shifted interest toward natural options that are biocompatible, sustainable, and effective. Therefore, this study evaluated whether natural antibacterial compounds in dental adhesives can provide effective antimicrobial activity without compromising their integrity. This systematic review followed PRISMA 2020 statement guidelines. Four databases were screened, PubMed, Scopus, EMBASE, and Web of Science, without language or publication date restrictions until July 2024. The selection criteria were in vitro s

SUBMITTER: Sousa AC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11598765 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature