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SynthesisBMC oral health2026

Green-synthesized nanoparticles for glass ionomer cement reinforcement: a systematic review of their antimicrobial, mechanical, and physicochemical properties.

Maged Mohamed, Hager Fawzy, Shahd Mahmoud, Mohamed Hani, Mohamed Abd El-Aal, Mohammad Asharf, Enas Elwakeel, Amr Azab, Dina Abozaid

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Synthesis in BMC oral health, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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5 · Who and what money

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9 authors.

Maged MohamedFaculty of Dental Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0008-5891-9294
Hager FawzyFaculty of Dentistry, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0007-2886-1311
Shahd MahmoudFaculty of Dental Medicine, Fayoum University, Fayoum, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0000-8749-7424
Mohamed HaniFaculty of Dental Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Assuit, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0005-9255-1321
Mohamed Abd El-AalChemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Assiut University, Assiut, 71516, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6272-2805
Mohammad AsharfFaculty of Dental Medicine, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0002-3005-3528
Enas ElwakeelFaculty of Dentistry, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0006-3388-3710
Amr AzabProsthodontics Department, Faculty of Oral and Dental Medicine, Alsalam University, Tanta, Egypt.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-2635-9316
Dina AbozaidDental Biomaterials Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt. dina_ezzat@dent.tanta.edu.eg.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8357-8224

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimsThis systematic review critically evaluates the antimicrobial performance, mechanical properties, and fluoride release of glass ionomer cements (GICs) modified exclusively with green-synthesized nanoparticles. The review highlights how eco-friendly nanoparticle production influences material behavior and clinical applicability.

methodsA comprehensive literature search was conducted across multiple electronic databases to identify in vitro, in vivo, and clinical studies reporting on GICs incorporated with green synthesized nanoparticles. Inclusion criteria were based on nanoparticle synthesis method, outcomes, and material characterization. Data extraction, quality assessment, and synthesis followed PRISMA guidelines.

resultsTwenty-five studies met the inclusion criteria. Green-synthesized nanoparticles derived from plant and biological extracts consistently enhanced antibacterial activity through reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, membrane disruption, ion release, and biofilm inhibition. Improvements in compressive strength, microhardness, and fluoride release were observed for several nanoparticle formulations, particularly chitosan-titania-zirconia-hydroxyapatite and plant-mediated hydroxyapatite. However, variability in synthesis routes, nanoparticle concentrations, and characterization protocols limited direct comparison across studies.

conclusionsGreen-synthesized nanoparticles significantly improve the antimicrobial and mechanical properties of GICs while offering enhanced biocompatibility and sustainability compared to chemically synthesized nanomaterials. Standardized synthesis, precise nanoparticle characterization, and clinical validation are essential to advance the integration of green nanotechnology in restorative dentistry.

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Anti-Infective AgentsGlass Ionomer CementsGreen Chemistry TechnologyNanoparticlesAnti-Bacterial AgentsBiofilmsFluoridesHumansAnti-Bacterial AgentsAnti-Infective AgentsFluoridesGlass Ionomer CementsAntimicrobial activityBiocompatibilityDental biomaterialsGlass ionomer cementGreen synthesized nanoparticlesNanoparticle incorporation

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PMID42834388
PMCPMC13637097

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