Evaluation of the flexural strength of orthodontic acrylic resin incorporated with propolis nanoparticles: an in vitro study

Folia Med (Plovdiv). 2023 Oct 31;65(5):821-827. doi: 10.3897/folmed.65.e90085.

Abstract

Nanopropolis has become the subject of interest in medicine and dentistry as a natural product due to its outstanding properties, particularly antimicrobial activity. This study aimed at investigating the effect of nanopropolis on flexural strength of polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA).

Keywords: acrylic resin flexural strength nanopropolis.

MeSH terms

  • Acrylic Resins
  • Denture Bases
  • Flexural Strength
  • Materials Testing
  • Nanoparticles*
  • Polymethyl Methacrylate
  • Propolis* / pharmacology
  • Surface Properties

Substances

  • Propolis
  • Acrylic Resins
  • Polymethyl Methacrylate