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Toledano-Osorio M, de Luna-Bertos E, Toledano M, Manzano-Moreno FJ, Ruiz C, Sanz M, Osorio R. NP-12 peptide functionalized nanoparticles counteract the effect of bacterial lipopolysaccharide on cultured osteoblasts. Dent Mater 2024; 40:1296-1304. [PMID: 38871528 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2024.06.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2024] [Revised: 06/07/2024] [Accepted: 06/09/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To evaluate whether nanoparticles (NPs) functionalized with Tideglusib (TDg, NP-12), and deposited on titanium surfaces, would counteract the effect of bacterial lipopolysaccharide (LPS) on osteoblasts. METHODS Experimental groups were: (a) Titanium discs (TiD), (b) TiD covered with undoped NPs (Un-NPs) and (c) TiD covered with TDg-doped NPs (TDg-NPs). Human primary osteoblasts were cultured onto these discs, in the presence or absence of bacterial LPS. Cell proliferation was assessed by MTT-assay and differentiation by measuring the alkaline phosphatase activity. Mineral nodule formation was assessed by the alizarin red test. Real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction was used to study the expression of Runx-2, OSX, ALP, OSC, OPG, RANKL, Col-I, BMP-2, BMP-7, TGF-β1, VEGF, TGF-βR1, TGF-βR2, and TGF-βR3 genes. Osteoblasts morphology was studied by Scanning Electron Microscopy. One-way ANOVA or Kruskal-Wallis and Bonferroni multiple comparisons tests were carried out (p < 0.05). RESULTS TDg-NPs enhanced osteoblasts proliferation. Similarly, this group increased ALP production and mineral nodules formation. TDg-NPs on titanium discs resulted in overexpression of the proliferative genes, OSC and OSX, regardless of LPS activity. In the absence of LPS, TDg-NPs up-regulated Runx2, COL-I, ALP, BMP2 and BMP7 genes. OPG/RANKL gene ratios were increased about 2500 and 4,000-fold by TDg-NPs, when LPS was added or not, respectively. In contact with the TDg-NPs osteoblasts demonstrated an elongated spindle-shaped morphology with extracellular matrix production. SIGNIFICANCE TDg-NPs on titanium discs counteracted the detrimental effect of LPS by preventing the decrease on osteoblasts proliferation and mineralization, and produced an overexpression of proliferative and bone-promoting genes on human primary osteoblasts.
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Affiliation(s)
- Manuel Toledano-Osorio
- Postgraduate Program of Specialization in Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, University Complutense of Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Spain; Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs. Granada, Granada, Spain.
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- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs. Granada, Granada, Spain; University of Granada, Faculty of Dentistry, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain.
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- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs. Granada, Granada, Spain; University of Granada, Faculty of Dentistry, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain; Biomedical Group (BIO277), Department of Stomatology, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada, Spain.
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Granada, Spain; Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs. Granada, Granada, Spain; Institute of Neuroscience, University of Granada, Centro de Investigación Biomédica (CIBM), Parque de Tecnológico de la Salud (PTS), Granada, Spain.
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- ETEP (Etiology and Therapy of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases) Research Group. University Complutense of Madrid, Madrid, Spain.
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- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, ibs. Granada, Granada, Spain; University of Granada, Faculty of Dentistry, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain.
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Toledano-Osorio M, Osorio R, Bueno J, Vallecillo C, Vallecillo-Rivas M, Sanz M. Next-generation antibacterial nanopolymers for treating oral chronic inflammatory diseases of bacterial origin. Int Endod J 2024; 57:787-803. [PMID: 38340038 DOI: 10.1111/iej.14040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 01/15/2024] [Accepted: 01/27/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
Abstract
BACKGROUND 'Periodontitis' refers to periodontal destruction of connective tissue attachment and bone, in response to microorganisms forming subgingival biofilms on the root surface, while 'apical periodontitis' refers to periapical inflammatory processes occurring in response to microorganisms within the root canal system. The treatment of both diseases is based on the elimination of the bacterial challenge, though its predictability depends on the ability of disrupting these biofilms, what may need adjunctive antibacterial strategies, such as the next-generation antibacterial strategies (NGAS). From all the newly developed NGAS, the use of polymeric nanotechnology may pose a potential effective approach. Although some of these strategies have only been tested in vitro and in preclinical in vivo models, their use holds a great potential, and therefore, it is relevant to understand their mechanism of action and evaluate their scientific evidence of efficacy. OBJECTIVES To explore NGAS based on polymeric nanotechnology used for the potential treatment of periodontitis and apical periodontitis. METHOD A systemic search of scientific publications of adjunctive antimicrobial strategies using nanopolymers to treat periodontal and periapical diseases was conducted using The National Library of Medicine (MEDLINE by PubMed), The Cochrane Oral Health Group Trials Register, EMBASE and Web of Science. RESULTS Different polymeric nanoparticles, nanofibres and nanostructured hydrogels combined with antimicrobial substances have been identified in the periodontal literature, being the most commonly used nanopolymers of polycaprolactone, poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) and chitosan. As antimicrobials, the most frequently used have been antibiotics, though other antimicrobial substances, such as metallic ions, peptides and naturally derived products, have also been added to the nanopolymers. CONCLUSION Polymeric nanomaterials containing antimicrobial compounds may be considered as a potential NGAS. Its relative efficacy, however, is not well understood since most of the existing evidence is derived from in vitro or preclinical in vivo studies.
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- Manuel Toledano-Osorio
- Postgraduate Program of Specialization in Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, University Complutense of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Postgraduate Program of Specialization in Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, University Complutense of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- ETEP (Etiology and Therapy of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases) Research Group, University Complutense of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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Chato-Astrain J, Toledano-Osorio M, Alaminos M, Toledano M, Sanz M, Osorio R. Effect of functionalized titanium particles with dexamethasone-loaded nanospheres on macrophage polarization and activity. Dent Mater 2024; 40:66-79. [PMID: 37914549 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2023.10.023] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/20/2023] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to determine the effect of titanium micro particles (TiP) previously functionalized with nanoparticles doped with dexamethasone (Dex) and doxycycline (Dox), on macrophage polarization and activity. METHODS Macrophages RAW264.7 were cultured in the presence TiP loaded with dexamethasone -NPs (Dex)- and doxycycline -NPs (Dox)-, and as control, TiP with or without doped NPs. Cells were tested with and without previous bacterial lipopolysaccharide endotoxin (LPS) stimulation. Their morphology, proliferation, cytotoxicity, phenotypic change, and cytokines release were assessed by LIVE/DEAD, DNA release, metabolic activity, brightfield and scanning electron microscopy. The test Kruskall-Wallis was used for comparisons, while the cytokine expression profiles were examined by hierarchical clustering (p < 0.05). RESULTS Upon exposure with TiP macrophages were activated and polarized to M1, but without depicting cytotoxic effects. The particles were phagocytised, and vacuolized. When exposed to functionalised TiP with NPs(Dex) and NPs(Dox), the ratio M1/M2 was up to forty times lower compared to TiP alone. When exposed to LPS, TiP reduced cell viability in half. Functionalised TiP with NPs(Dex) inhibited the cytokine release exerted by TiP on macrophages. When macrophages were exposed to functionalised TiPs with NPs(Dex) with and without LPS, the effect of TiP on cytokine secretion was inhibited. SIGNIFICANCE Functionalised TiPs with NPs(Dex) and NPs(Dox) may potentially have beneficial effects on modulating titanium and LPS-related inflammatory reactions.
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- Jesús Chato-Astrain
- Tissue Engineering Group, Department of Histology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain; Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Dental School, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain..
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- Tissue Engineering Group, Department of Histology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Granada, 18016 Granada, Spain; Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain; Dental School, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain
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- ETEP (Etiology and Therapy of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases) Research Group. University Complutense of Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain; Dental School, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain
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Kumar L, Bisen M, Harjai K, Chhibber S, Azizov S, Lalhlenmawia H, Kumar D. Advances in Nanotechnology for Biofilm Inhibition. ACS OMEGA 2023; 8:21391-21409. [PMID: 37360468 PMCID: PMC10286099 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.3c02239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/23/2023] [Indexed: 06/28/2023]
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Biofilm-associated infections have emerged as a significant public health challenge due to their persistent nature and increased resistance to conventional treatment methods. The indiscriminate usage of antibiotics has made us susceptible to a range of multidrug-resistant pathogens. These pathogens show reduced susceptibility to antibiotics and increased intracellular survival. However, current methods for treating biofilms, such as smart materials and targeted drug delivery systems, have not been found effective in preventing biofilm formation. To address this challenge, nanotechnology has provided innovative solutions for preventing and treating biofilm formation by clinically relevant pathogens. Recent advances in nanotechnological strategies, including metallic nanoparticles, functionalized metallic nanoparticles, dendrimers, polymeric nanoparticles, cyclodextrin-based delivery, solid lipid nanoparticles, polymer drug conjugates, and liposomes, may provide valuable technological solutions against infectious diseases. Therefore, it is imperative to conduct a comprehensive review to summarize the recent advancements and limitations of advanced nanotechnologies. The present Review encompasses a summary of infectious agents, the mechanisms that lead to biofilm formation, and the impact of pathogens on human health. In a nutshell, this Review offers a comprehensive survey of the advanced nanotechnological solutions for managing infections. A detailed presentation has been made as to how these strategies may improve biofilm control and prevent infections. The key objective of this Review is to summarize the mechanisms, applications, and prospects of advanced nanotechnologies to provide a better understanding of their impact on biofilm formation by clinically relevant pathogens.
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- Lokender Kumar
- School
of Biotechnology, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh 173229, India
- Cancer
Biology Laboratory, Raj Khosla Centre for Cancer Research, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh 173229, India
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- School
of Biotechnology, Faculty of Applied Sciences and Biotechnology, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh 173229, India
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- Department
of Microbiology, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- Department
of Microbiology, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India
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- Laboratory
of Biological Active Macromolecular Systems, Institute of Bioorganic
Chemistry, Academy of Sciences Uzbekistan, Tashkent 100125, Uzbekistan
- Faculty
of Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technical
University, Tashkent 100084, Uzbekistan
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- Department
of Pharmacy, Regional Institute of Paramedical
and Nursing Sciences, Zemabawk, Aizawl, Mizoram 796017, India
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- Department
of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Shoolini University, Solan, Himachal Pradesh173229, India
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Toledano-Osorio M, de Luna-Bertos E, Toledano M, Manzano-Moreno FJ, Costela-Ruiz V, Ruiz C, Gil J, Osorio R. Dexamethasone and doxycycline functionalized nanoparticles enhance osteogenic properties of titanium surfaces. Dent Mater 2023:S0109-5641(23)00114-8. [PMID: 37173196 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2023.05.004] [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: 05/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/02/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the effect of doxycycline and dexamethasone doped nanoparticles covering titanium surfaces, on osteoblasts proliferation and differentiation. METHODS Doxycycline and dexamethasone doped polymeric nanoparticles were applied on titanium discs (Ti-DoxNPs and Ti-DexNPs). Undoped NPs and uncovered Ti discs were used as control. Human MG-63 osteoblast-like cells were cultured. Osteoblasts proliferation was tested by MTT assay. Alkaline phosphatase activity was analyzed. Differentiation gene expression was assessed by real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction. Scanning Electron Microscopy was performed to assess osteoblasts morphology. Mean comparisons were conducted by ANOVA and Wilcoxon or Tukey tests (p < 0.05). RESULTS No differences in osteoblasts proliferation were found. Osteoblasts grown on Ti-DoxNPs significantly increased alkaline phosphatase activity. Doxycycline and dexamethasone nanoparticles produced an over-expression of the main osteogenic proliferative genes (TGF-β1, TGF-βR1 and TGF-βR2). The expression of Runx-2 was up-regulated. The osteogenic proteins (AP, OSX and OPG) were also overexpressed on osteoblasts cultured on Ti-DoxNPs and Ti-DexNPs. The OPG/RANKL ratio was the highest when DoxNPs were present (75-fold increase with respect to the control group). DexNPs also produced a significantly higher OPG/RANKL ratio with respect to the control (20 times higher). Osteoblasts grown on titanium discs were mainly flat and polygonal in shape, with inter-cellular connections. In contrast, osteoblasts cultured on Ti-DoxNPs or Ti-DexNPs were found to be spindle-shaped and had abundant secretions on their surfaces. SIGNIFICANCE DoxNPs and DexNPs were able to stimulate osteoblasts differentiation when applied on titanium surfaces, being considered potential inducers of osteogenic environment when performing regenerative procedures around titanium dental implants.
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- Manuel Toledano-Osorio
- University of Granada, Faculty of Dentistry, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain; Medicina Clínica y Salud Pública PhD Programme, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Spain; Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain.
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- University of Granada, Faculty of Dentistry, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain; Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain
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- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain; Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Stomatology, School of Dentistry, University of Granada, Spain
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- Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain; Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Campus de Ceuta. University of Granada, Spain
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- Biomedical Group (BIO277). Department of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences. University of Granada, Spain; Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain; Institute of Neuroscience, University of Granada, Centro de Investigación Biomédica (CIBM). Parque de Tecnológico de la Salud (PTS), Granada, Spain
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- International University of Cataluña (UIC), Barcelona, Spain
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- University of Granada, Faculty of Dentistry, Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, Granada 18071, Spain; Instituto Investigación Biosanitaria, IBS. Granada, Granada, Spain
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Perumal S. Polymer Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Applications. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14245449. [PMID: 36559816 PMCID: PMC9781848 DOI: 10.3390/polym14245449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/09/2022] [Revised: 12/12/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Polymer nanoparticles (PNPs) are generally formed by the spontaneous self-assembly of polymers that vary size from 1 to 1000 nm [...].
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- Suguna Perumal
- Department of Chemistry, Sejong University, Seoul 143747, Republic of Korea
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Toledano-Osorio M, López-García S, Osorio R, Toledano M, García-Bernal D, Sánchez-Bautista S, Rodríguez-Lozano FJ. Dexamethasone and Doxycycline Doped Nanoparticles Increase the Differentiation Potential of Human Bone Marrow Stem Cells. Pharmaceutics 2022; 14:pharmaceutics14091865. [PMID: 36145613 PMCID: PMC9505251 DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics14091865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2022] [Revised: 08/29/2022] [Accepted: 09/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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Non-resorbable polymeric nanoparticles (NPs) are proposed as an adjunctive treatment for bone regenerative strategies. The present in vitro investigation aimed to evaluate the effect of the different prototypes of bioactive NPs loaded with zinc (Zn-NPs), doxycycline (Dox-NPs) or dexamethasone (Dex-NPs) on the viability, morphology, migration, adhesion, osteoblastic differentiation, and mineralization potential of human bone marrow stem cells (hBMMSCs). Cell viability, proliferation, and differentiation were assessed using a resaruzin-based assay, cell cycle analysis, cell migration evaluation, cell cytoskeleton staining analysis, Alizarin Red S staining, and expression of the osteogenic-related genes by a real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR). One-Way ANOVA and Tukey’s test were employed. The resazurin assay showed adequate cell viability considering all concentrations and types of NPs at 24, 48, and 72 h of culture. The cell cycle analysis revealed a regular cell cycle profile at 0.1, 1, and 10 µg/mL, whereas 100 µg/mL produced an arrest of cells in the S phase. Cells cultured with 0.1 and 1 µg/mL NP concentrations showed a similar migration capacity to the untreated group. After 21 days, mineralization was increased by all the NPs prototypes. Dox-NPs and Dex-NPs produced a generalized up-regulation of the osteogenic-related genes. Dex-NPs and Dox-NPs exhibited excellent osteogenic potential and promoted hBMMSC differentiation. Future investigations, both in vitro and in vivo, are required to confirm the suitability of these NPs for their clinical application.
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- Manuel Toledano-Osorio
- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, 18071 Granada, Spain
- Medicina Clínica y Salud Pública Programm, University of Granada, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- Departament d’Estomatologia, Facultat de Medicina I Odontologia, Universitat de València, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, 18071 Granada, Spain
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +34-958-24-37-89
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- Faculty of Dentistry, University of Granada Colegio Máximo de Cartuja s/n, 18071 Granada, Spain
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- Hematopoietic Transplant and Cellular Therapy Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Odontology, IMIB-Arrixaca, University of Murcia, 30120 Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Health Sciences, Catholic University San Antonio of Murcia, 30107 Murcia, Spain
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- Hematopoietic Transplant and Cellular Therapy Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Odontology, IMIB-Arrixaca, University of Murcia, 30120 Murcia, Spain
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Zhang H, Liu L, Hou P, Pan H, Fu S. Polyisocyanide Quaternary Ammonium Salts with Exceptionally Star-Shaped Structure for Enhanced Antibacterial Properties. Polymers (Basel) 2022; 14:polym14091737. [PMID: 35566906 PMCID: PMC9105248 DOI: 10.3390/polym14091737] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/04/2022] [Revised: 04/20/2022] [Accepted: 04/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
Abstract
The development of non-polluting and non-hazardous polymeric antimicrobial agents has become a hot issue in current research and development. Among them, polymer quaternary ammonium salts are thought to be one of the most promising materials for antibacterial efficacy. Here, we present an efficient strategy for synthesizing polyisocyanide quaternary ammonium salts (PQASs) with a novel star-shaped structure. Benefitting from the novel structure, increased cation density and enhanced water solubility, the prepared star polyisocyanide quaternary ammonium salts (S-PQASs) exhibit excellent antibacterial properties against Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus). In particular, S-POcQAS-M50 (where M stands for isonitrile monomer and 50 stands for the initial feeding ratio) showed the best antimicrobial activity with minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of 17 and 20 µg/mL against E. coli and S. aureus, respectively. It was also found that the unique star-shaped structure can give QASs with improved antimicrobial performance compared with our previously prepared linear quaternary ammonium salts (L-PQASs). These results demonstrated that the antibacterial activity of QASs is closely related to its structure. This work provides an idea for the design of efficient polymeric antimicrobial agents.
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- Hongguang Zhang
- College of Pharmacy, Qiqihar Medical University, Qiqihar 161006, China; (H.Z.); (P.H.); (H.P.)
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- Key Laboratory of Superlight Materials & Surface Technology, Ministry of Education, Institute of Advanced Marine Materials, College of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, Harbin Engineering University, Harbin 150001, China;
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- College of Pharmacy, Qiqihar Medical University, Qiqihar 161006, China; (H.Z.); (P.H.); (H.P.)
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- College of Pharmacy, Qiqihar Medical University, Qiqihar 161006, China; (H.Z.); (P.H.); (H.P.)
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- College of Pharmacy, Qiqihar Medical University, Qiqihar 161006, China; (H.Z.); (P.H.); (H.P.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +86-45-2266-3152
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