Enhanced Biocompatibility of an Orthodontic Adhesive Modified with Hydroxyapatite Derived from Asian Moon Scallop (Amusium pleuronectes) shells
Objective: This study aimed to synthesize hydroxyapatite (HAp) derived from Asian moon scallop (Amusium pleuronectes) shells, characterize its physicochemical properties, and evaluate its biocompatibility when incorporated into an orthodontic adhesive.Materials and Methods: Calcium oxide was obtained by calcining Amusi...