Bioactive Material In Pediatric Dentistry: A Systematic Review

Introduction: Bioactive material is a great choice for restorations in pediatric dentistry, since it combines both the mechanical and aesthetic features of resin and the ion-releasing capability of Glass Ionomer Cement. Methods: Review literature was identified through a systematic search of English articles from Embase, Web of Science, and Scopus (2018, May 2021). It's yielded 15 results by using " bioactive dental material ", " bioactive restorative material," and related terms as keywords. Not only were these articles investigated, but also some references of them were reviewed. Results: Bioactive biomaterial responds well to the wet oral environment, eliciting a biological response that results in the formation of a coating of apatite and a natural link between the material and the tooth. It's a robust, esthetic, and long-lasting material that's a better option to standard composites due to its bioactive potential and to glass ionomers in terms of esthetics, all of which are critical in pediatric dentistry. These restorative materials are used to restore anterior and posterior teeth while also enhancing the anatomic shape of the tooth. The formation of hydroxyapatite from the mineral component, which aid in the establishment of a natural bonded seal between the tooth material interface and the release of fluorides, are the two most important bioactive properties. Conclusion: The introduction of BIOACTIVE MATERIAL as a new material might be deemed "the material of choice" for its potential application as a restorative material in pediatric dentistry.