Iran-Made Nano-Based Toothpaste Reduces Tooth Sensitivity
“This toothpaste was produced with a new formulation based on natural derivatives like plant extracts, and valuable oral probiotic compounds and hydroxyapatite nanostructure,” said Hamed Tashakkorian, the head of the research and development (R&D) sector of the team.
“These compounds are effective in controlling the microbial load and preventing the formation of plaque on the teeth,” he added.
He described reducing tooth sensitivity and helping to eliminate bad breath as other benefits of this toothpaste, and stated, “This toothpaste can be used by general consumers and children over 7 years old.”
In a relevant development in January, Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company had also succeeded in producing and commercializing a dental composite which contains nanoparticles and is used to prevent tooth decay, specially in children.
“The product of our company is a dental composite in which nanoparticles are used. This composite also fills the groove of the tooth and due to the application of nanoparticles, it also helps to improve the strength of the tooth by releasing phosphate and calcium,” said Mohammad Mo’azzen, the chairman of the board of directors of the knowledge-based ‘Pishgaman Salamat Exir’ company.
Noting that tooth grooves, specially in children, are one of the vulnerable areas which are prone to decay, he said, “Of course, adults also have these grooves, but the depth of the grooves is bigger in children.”
“Resin materials only cover the surface of the groove, but these composites also penetrate deep into the groove and fill it. If these grooves are not filled, there is a possibility of food getting stuck in these grooves and tooth decay,” Mo’azzen said.
“At present, the production line of this dental composite has been launched and we produce approximately 10,000 syringes per year, and this product has been sold in the domestic market,” he stated.
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