Abdul Fattah Nongman

Dr. Abdul Fattah Nongman


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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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14 November 2025 in Dentistry Journal
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SMSohaib Fadhil Mohammed
Sohaib Fadhil Mohammed
MYMohd Firdaus Yhaya
Mohd Firdaus Yhaya
ANAbdul Fattah Nongman
Abdul Fattah Nongman
Matheel AL-RawasMatheel AL-Rawas
Matheel AL-Rawas
Marwan ArbileiMarwan Arbilei
Marwan Arbilei
TNTahir Yusuf Noorani
Tahir Yusuf Noorani
Zeolites are becoming potentially important multifunctional fillers in dentistry, providing a distinctive blend of mechanical reinforcement, remineralization, and antimicrobial properties. Their crystalline aluminosilicate frameworks offer ion-exchange capacity, the controlled release of therapeutic ions (Ag+, Zn2+, Ca2+, Sr2+, Cu2+), and compatibility with various dental composites. Sustainable and cost-effective zeolite production has become possible due to recent developments in synthetic strategies. These include the valorization of industrial and agricultural residues that are abundant in Si and Al. The incorporation of zeolites into dental adhesives, restorative composites, glass ionomer cements, root canal sealers, prosthetic materials, and implant coatings has been shown to improve mechanical stability and remineralization potential, and enhance antibacterial protection. The unique advantage of zeolites in integrating multifunctionality within a single system is emphasized when compared with other fillers, such as hydroxyapatite nanoparticles and bioactive glass. Nevertheless, obstacles persist with respect to clinical validation, regulatory pathways, and long-term biocompatibility. This review critically assesses the structure–function relationships, synthesis strategies, and dental applications of zeolites, while also delineating future perspectives for their translation into clinically approved, sustainable dental biomaterials.