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Open Access 01-04-2022 | Caries | Review Article

The use of hydroxyapatite toothpaste to prevent dental caries

Authors: Kelsey O’Hagan-Wong, Joachim Enax, Frederic Meyer, Bernhard Ganss

Published in: Odontology | Issue 2/2022

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Abstract

Dissolution of hydroxyapatite from the tooth structure at low pH can lead to the irreversible destruction of enamel and dentin, which if left untreated can result in pain and tooth loss. Hydroxyapatite toothpastes contain hydroxyapatite particles in micro- or nanocrystalline form that have been shown to deposit and restore demineralized enamel surfaces. As such, they are currently being explored as a fluoride-free anti-caries agent. This narrative review article aims to summarize the recent findings of the research investigating the remineralization potential of HAP toothpaste in vitro, in situ and in vivo, as well as some other applications in dentistry.
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Metadata
Title
The use of hydroxyapatite toothpaste to prevent dental caries
Authors
Kelsey O’Hagan-Wong
Joachim Enax
Frederic Meyer
Bernhard Ganss
Publication date
01-04-2022
Publisher
Springer Singapore
Keyword
Caries
Published in
Odontology / Issue 2/2022
Print ISSN: 1618-1247
Electronic ISSN: 1618-1255
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10266-021-00675-4

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