GREEN SYNTHESIS ASSESSMENT OF ANTICARIOGENIC ACTIVITY OF SELENICEREUS UNDATUS PEEL ASSISTED SELENIUM NANOPARTICLES.

Abstract

Introduction

Selenicereus undatus, commonly known as dragon fruit or pitaya, is a tropical fruit native to Central America. It is low in calories but rich in several essential nutrients. It contains vitamin C, antioxidants, iron, and fiber. It has anti-cariogenic effects like anti-microbial, reduction of acid production, antioxidant properties.

Selenium is a chemical element with properties that make it suitable for nanoparticle applications. It shows anti-cariogenic effects like bio-film inhibition, anti-inflammatory , antioxidant and anti-microbial.

Aim

To asses the anti-cariogenic effect of Selenicereus undatus peel assisted selenium nanoparticles.

Methods and materials

To study the anti-cariogenic potential of Selenicereus undatus peel-assisted selenium nanoparticles, extract dragon fruit peels, synthesize selenium nanoparticles, characterize them, apply to dental samples, and assess anti-cariogenic properties through experiments. Analyze data and draw conclusions for further research.

Results

Anti-cariogenic activity of the extract is checked by the plate assay method.

Time kill assay is carried out for lactobacillus & streptococcus mutans.

The anti-cariogenic activity is checked on oral pathogens like Lactobacillus sp & S.mutans.

Discussion

The results of the research on the anticariogenic activity of Selenicereus undatus peel-assisted selenium nanoparticles can provide valuable insights into the potential use of these nanoparticles in preventing or treating dental caries. The ability of the selenium nanoparticles to disrupt or inhibit biofilm formation could be indicative of their potential as an anti-caries agent.

Conclusion

Overall, the results of this research provide a foundation for the development of novel approaches to combat dental caries using Selenicereus undatus peel-assisted selenium nanoparticles. They contribute to the growing field of nanotechnology-based oral care strategies and open avenues for future investigations and applications in oral health.