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Garrocho-Rangel A, Flores-Arriaga JC, Zamora-Soberón C, Martínez-Zumarán A, Ruiz-Rodríguez S, Pozos-Guillén A. Graphene-Based Coatings for Surface Modification and Their Applications in Fixed Orthodontics: A Scoping Review. Dent J (Basel) 2023; 11:285. [PMID: 38132423 PMCID: PMC10743061 DOI: 10.3390/dj11120285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Revised: 11/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/04/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Surface coating technology can assist fixed appliances by reducing friction, improving antibacterial characteristics, and increasing corrosion resistance. The application of functional coatings composed of graphene onto the surfaces of orthodontic brackets and archwires has been shown to enhance their mechanical qualities. The objective of the current study was to carry out a scoping analysis of published recent evidence on the utilization of graphene as a covering material in metallic orthodontic accessories, such as brackets and archwires; Methods: A scoping review was undertaken following the PRISMA-ScR guidelines. PubMed, Embase, the Cochrane Library, Dentistry and Oral Science Source, and Google Scholar were searched between 2003 and 2023; Results: In total, 38 potential references were detected, from which 10 were selected for this review. These articles addressed the benefits of the application of graphene-oxide functional coatings onto the surface of archwires and brackets during fixed orthodontic treatment. Orthodontic graphene-oxide-based coatings provide improved surface characteristics (e.g., reduced friction and anticorrosive effects), antibacterial capabilities, and biocompatibility. These characteristics can increase the effectiveness of orthodontic therapy, improve patient comfort, and lower the likelihood of problems; Conclusion: Orthodontists should be aware of and comprehend the prerequisites for using graphene-oxide-coated archwires and brackets to fulfill needs throughout their clinical practice.
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Affiliation(s)
- Arturo Garrocho-Rangel
- Pediatric Dentistry Postgraduate Program, Faculty of Dentistry, University of San Luis Potosí, 2 Manuel Nava, Zona Universitaria, San Luis Potosí 78290, S.L.P., Mexico; (A.G.-R.); (S.R.-R.)
| | - Juan Carlos Flores-Arriaga
- Orthodntics Postgraduate Program, Faculty of Dentistry, University of San Luis Potosí, 2 Manuel Nava, Zona Universitaria, San Luis Potosí 78290, S.L.P., Mexico; (J.C.F.-A.); (C.Z.-S.); (A.M.-Z.)
| | - Cristina Zamora-Soberón
- Orthodntics Postgraduate Program, Faculty of Dentistry, University of San Luis Potosí, 2 Manuel Nava, Zona Universitaria, San Luis Potosí 78290, S.L.P., Mexico; (J.C.F.-A.); (C.Z.-S.); (A.M.-Z.)
| | - Alan Martínez-Zumarán
- Orthodntics Postgraduate Program, Faculty of Dentistry, University of San Luis Potosí, 2 Manuel Nava, Zona Universitaria, San Luis Potosí 78290, S.L.P., Mexico; (J.C.F.-A.); (C.Z.-S.); (A.M.-Z.)
| | - Socorro Ruiz-Rodríguez
- Pediatric Dentistry Postgraduate Program, Faculty of Dentistry, University of San Luis Potosí, 2 Manuel Nava, Zona Universitaria, San Luis Potosí 78290, S.L.P., Mexico; (A.G.-R.); (S.R.-R.)
| | - Amaury Pozos-Guillén
- Pediatric Dentistry Postgraduate Program, Faculty of Dentistry, University of San Luis Potosí, 2 Manuel Nava, Zona Universitaria, San Luis Potosí 78290, S.L.P., Mexico; (A.G.-R.); (S.R.-R.)
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