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ArticlePloS one2024

Preparation and performance evaluation of a novel orthodontic adhesive incorporating composite dimethylaminohexadecyl methacrylate-Polycaprolactone fibers.

Xuecheng Xu, Qihan Yuan, Linlin Xu, Mingchang Hu, Jidong Xu, Yuanfei Wang, Yu Song

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Article in PloS one, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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1 citing paper in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Xuecheng XuSchool of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Qihan YuanSchool of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Linlin XuSchool of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Mingchang HuSchool of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Jidong XuSchool of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Yuanfei WangDepartment of Central Laboratory, Qingdao Stomatological Hospital Affiliated to Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.
Yu SongDepartment of Orthodontics, Qingdao Stomatological Hospital Affiliated to Qingdao University, Qingdao, China.ORCID 0009-0003-7661-5175

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study addressed enamel demineralization, a common complication in fixed orthodontic treatment, by evaluating a novel orthodontic adhesive with DMAHDM-PCL composite fibers. These fibers, produced through electrospinning, were incorporated into orthodontic adhesive to create experimental formulations at different concentrations and a control group. The study assessed antimicrobial properties, biosafety, and mechanical characteristics. New orthodontic adhesive exhibited significant bacteriostatic effects, reducing bacterial biofilm activity and concentrations. Incorporating 1% and 3% DMAHDM-PCL did not affect cytocompatibility. Animal tests confirmed no inflammatory irritation. Shear bond strength and adhesive residual index results indicated that antimicrobial fibers didn't impact bonding ability. In conclusion, orthodontic adhesives with 3% DMAHDM-PCL fibers are potential antimicrobial bonding materials, offering a comprehensive solution to enamel demineralization in orthodontic patients.

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Dental CementsPolyestersAnimalsBiofilmsHumansMaterials TestingMethacrylatesDental CementsMethacrylatespolycaprolactonePolyesters

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PMID38781281
PMCPMC11115245

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