Functional Gels for Dental Applications
A special issue of Gels (ISSN 2310-2861). This special issue belongs to the section "Gel Processing and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2025 | Viewed by 598
Special Issue Editors
Interests: orthodontics; oral microbiology; composites; dental materials
Interests: liposomes; deformable liposomes; propylene glycol liposomes; pH-sensitive liposomes; liposomal hydrogels; vesicular phospholipid gel; (trans)dermal drug delivery; vaginal drug delivery
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Functional gels have emerged as a promising class of biomaterials in the field of dentistry, offering innovative solutions for a wide range of clinical applications. Their unique properties, biocompatibility, and ability to incorporate bioactive agents make them ideal candidates for dental treatments, from restorative procedures to regenerative therapies. Additionally, functional gels play a crucial role in the prevention of oral diseases, serving as carriers for antimicrobial agents, fluoride, and other therapeutic compounds that help maintain oral health and prevent conditions such as dental caries and periodontal disease. Recent advances in material science and bioengineering have enabled the development of sophisticated gel-based formulations with enhanced mechanical strength, antibacterial properties, and controlled drug release.
This Special Issue will explore the latest breakthroughs in functional gels for dental applications, highlighting novel compositions, advanced fabrication techniques, and their clinical potential. We encourage submissions of original research articles and comprehensive review papers focusing on the synthesis, characterization, and biomedical applications of functional gels in dentistry. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, bioactive hydrogels, stimulus-responsive gels, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering scaffolds, adhesives for dental restoration, and gels for oral disease prevention.
Dr. Pedro C. Lopes
Prof. Dr. Željka Vanić
Dr. Anna Carolina Volpi Mello-Moura
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- functional gels
- hydrogels
- biomaterials
- dental applications
- oral disease prevention
- regenerative dentistry
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