The Impact of Smart Materials in Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics From Innovation to Application: A Narrative Review.

Smart materials have transformed restorative dentistry and endodontics by developing materials that adapt dynamically to external stimuli, including pH, temperature, and mechanical stress. The term "smart" materials refers to the fact that certain materials can be designed to react to many stimuli, including temperature, humidity, pH, stress, electric fields, and magnetic fields. Their increased biocompatibility, prolonged stress tolerance, sealability, and antibacterial qualities make them suitable for use as cement, root restoration materials, root canal sealing agents, filling materials, and sustainable, aesthetically pleasing, and reconstructive products. Making intelligent materials for dentistry is an idea that, such as dentine or enamel, has drawn interest. These materials could lead to innovative and revolutionary dental procedures with significantly better clinical results. An assortment of medications and irrigants are utilized to eradicate canal microbes. To solve this problem, antibacterial nanoparticles have been created. In order to improve general oral health, nanomaterials and dental nanorobots are used in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate how "smart materials" can be used in dentistry to maximize the benefits of traditional restorative procedures.