ABSTRACT

Nanotechnology refers to the development of an applied science at the molecular or atomic level. The basic idea involved in nanotechnology is to employ individual molecules or atoms to construct functional structures. Nano materials are materials which have components of nano size. The properties of nano materials vary due to increased surface area and quantum properties, which are more dominant at the nanoscale level. All properties, including electrical, optical and magnetic are changed. Nanotechnology has many applications in the medical field and also in dentistry. The survey assesses the knowledge and awareness levels about nanotechnology among dental students. In 2020, an online survey containing 15 questions was sent out to 100 dental students. Results were tabulated and analysed. Overall, there was a positive response from the students about nanotechnology. 95% believe that nano technology is essential to dentistry. Knowledge about advanced materials is not as worldwide as we are led to believe. The current study shows the lack of specific knowledge in the population that participated. Through the survey, it was evaluated that the students had moderate awareness and knowledge about nanotechnology which can be improved. Keywords: Dental Nanotechnology, Nanobots, Nanocomposite, Nanomaterials, Nanotechnology
Publication date: 01/08/2021

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2021/10.8.1089