Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review

This systematic review aims to evaluate factors influencing fluoride release from dental nanocomposite materials. A comprehensive database search was conducted in February 2025 using PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus. The search terms “fluoride release AND nanocomposites” were applied following PRI...

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Main Authors: Alicja Morawska-Wilk, Julia Kensy, Sylwia Kiryk, Agnieszka Kotela, Jan Kiryk, Mateusz Michalak, Natalia Grychowska, Magdalena Fast, Jacek Matys, Maciej Dobrzyński
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author Alicja Morawska-Wilk
Julia Kensy
Sylwia Kiryk
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Jan Kiryk
Mateusz Michalak
Natalia Grychowska
Magdalena Fast
Jacek Matys
Maciej Dobrzyński
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Agnieszka Kotela
Jan Kiryk
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description This systematic review aims to evaluate factors influencing fluoride release from dental nanocomposite materials. A comprehensive database search was conducted in February 2025 using PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus. The search terms “fluoride release AND nanocomposites” were applied following PRISMA guidelines. Out of 336 initially identified articles, 17 studies met the inclusion criteria and were selected for analysis. Seventeen studies confirmed that fluoride-releasing nanocomposites are effective, with fluoride ion release influenced by material composition, nanofiller type, and storage conditions. Studies showed that acidic environments (pH 4–5.5) significantly enhanced fluoride release, particularly in materials containing nano-CaF<sub>2</sub> or fluoridated hydroxyapatite, which responded to pH changes. Quantitative comparisons revealed that daily fluoride release values ranged from <0.1 μg/cm<sup>2</sup>/day in commercial composites to greater than 6500 μg/cm<sup>2</sup>/day in BT-based nanocomposites and up to 416,667 μg/cm<sup>2</sup>/day in modified GICs. Additionally, some composites exhibited fluoride recharging capabilities, with materials incorporating pyromellitic glycerol dimethacrylate (PMGDM) and ethoxylated bisphenol A dimethacrylate (EBPADMA) demonstrating prolonged fluoride and calcium ion release after recharge exposure, rather than the highest initial values. Despite releasing lower fluoride levels than conventional GIC and RMGI materials, fluoride-releasing nanocomposites demonstrate significant anti-caries potential and clinical applicability, with some formulations supporting periodontal regeneration and caries prevention around orthodontic brackets. However, the lack of consistency in study protocols—including differences in storage media, sample geometry, and measurement methods—limits direct comparison of outcomes. Therefore, the most critical direction for future research is the development of standardized testing protocols to ensure reliable, comparable results across material groups.
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spelling doaj-art-31d07acc1ec942738c52547d7a73f2df2025-08-20T01:49:24ZengMDPI AGNanomaterials2079-49912025-04-0115965110.3390/nano15090651Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic ReviewAlicja Morawska-Wilk0Julia Kensy1Sylwia Kiryk2Agnieszka Kotela3Jan Kiryk4Mateusz Michalak5Natalia Grychowska6Magdalena Fast7Jacek Matys8Maciej Dobrzyński9Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandFaculty of Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandMedical Center of Innovation, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandDental Surgery Department, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandMedical Center of Innovation, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandDepartment of Dental Prosthetics, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandDepartment of Drug Form Technology, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 211 A, 50-556 Wroclaw, PolandDental Surgery Department, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, PolandThis systematic review aims to evaluate factors influencing fluoride release from dental nanocomposite materials. A comprehensive database search was conducted in February 2025 using PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus. The search terms “fluoride release AND nanocomposites” were applied following PRISMA guidelines. Out of 336 initially identified articles, 17 studies met the inclusion criteria and were selected for analysis. Seventeen studies confirmed that fluoride-releasing nanocomposites are effective, with fluoride ion release influenced by material composition, nanofiller type, and storage conditions. Studies showed that acidic environments (pH 4–5.5) significantly enhanced fluoride release, particularly in materials containing nano-CaF<sub>2</sub> or fluoridated hydroxyapatite, which responded to pH changes. Quantitative comparisons revealed that daily fluoride release values ranged from <0.1 μg/cm<sup>2</sup>/day in commercial composites to greater than 6500 μg/cm<sup>2</sup>/day in BT-based nanocomposites and up to 416,667 μg/cm<sup>2</sup>/day in modified GICs. Additionally, some composites exhibited fluoride recharging capabilities, with materials incorporating pyromellitic glycerol dimethacrylate (PMGDM) and ethoxylated bisphenol A dimethacrylate (EBPADMA) demonstrating prolonged fluoride and calcium ion release after recharge exposure, rather than the highest initial values. Despite releasing lower fluoride levels than conventional GIC and RMGI materials, fluoride-releasing nanocomposites demonstrate significant anti-caries potential and clinical applicability, with some formulations supporting periodontal regeneration and caries prevention around orthodontic brackets. However, the lack of consistency in study protocols—including differences in storage media, sample geometry, and measurement methods—limits direct comparison of outcomes. Therefore, the most critical direction for future research is the development of standardized testing protocols to ensure reliable, comparable results across material groups.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4991/15/9/651fluoride releasenanocompositesnanostructurednanofilledcomposite
spellingShingle Alicja Morawska-Wilk
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Jan Kiryk
Mateusz Michalak
Natalia Grychowska
Magdalena Fast
Jacek Matys
Maciej Dobrzyński
Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review
Nanomaterials
fluoride release
nanocomposites
nanostructured
nanofilled
composite
title Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review
title_full Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review
title_fullStr Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review
title_full_unstemmed Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review
title_short Evaluation of Factors Influencing Fluoride Release from Dental Nanocomposite Materials: A Systematic Review
title_sort evaluation of factors influencing fluoride release from dental nanocomposite materials a systematic review
topic fluoride release
nanocomposites
nanostructured
nanofilled
composite
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