Ana Paredes

Dr. Ana Paredes

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Academic Career Length

1Year (2026-Present)

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AMAdriana Martínez-Llop
Adriana Martínez-Llop
JSJosé Luis Sanz
José Luis Sanz
SFSofia Folguera
Sofia Folguera
ACAlvaro Villanueva Castellote
Alvaro Villanueva Castellote
APAna Paredes
Ana Paredes
JGJames Ghilotti
James Ghilotti
Dental caries disrupt the balance between demineralization and remineralization in dentin, a complex mineralized tissue whose recovery requires not only mineral redeposition but also reconstitution of the collagen-apatite hierarchical organization. Restoring this integrity within a minimally invasive restorative framework demands materials that actively participate in tissue recovery, beyond passive cavity sealing. This systematic review aimed to synthesize the available evidence on experimental resin-based composites with remineralizing capacity, evaluating their bioactive filler composition, ion-release efficacy, and mechanical properties. A systematic search was conducted in MEDLINE, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, and SciELO following PRISMA guidelines, yielding 12 in vitro studies after screening. Three main remineralizing strategies were identified: amorphous calcium phosphate nanoparticles (NACPs), alone or combined with the non-collagenous protein analog PAMAM; bioactive glass fillers (particularly 45S5); and other calcium phosphate-, calcium silicate-, or multi-ion-releasing fillers (β-TCS, DCPD and S-PRG). Scanning electron microscopy was the most frequently used evaluation method, often complemented by EDS, FTIR, and mechanical testing. Methodological quality was mostly moderate, with widespread absence of sample size justification and blinding. These in vitro findings provide proof of concept for the remineralizing potential of bioactive resin composites, although their clinical efficacy, long-term durability, and safety remain to be validated, and greater methodological standardization is needed.