Bacterial cellulose adhesive composites for oral cavity applications

Juhi Singh, Nigel C.S. Tan, Usha Rani Mahadevaswamy, Nattharee Chanchareonsook, Terry W.J. Steele*, Sierin Lim*

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Abstract

Topical approaches to oral diseases require frequent dosing due to limited retention time. A mucoadhesive drug delivery platform with extended soft tissue adhesion capability of up to 7 days is proposed for on-site management of oral wound. Bacterial cellulose (BC) and photoactivated carbene-based bioadhesives (PDz) are combined to yield flexible film platform for interfacing soft tissues in dynamic, wet environments. Structure-activity relationships evaluate UV dose and hydration state with respect to adhesive strength on soft tissue mimics. The bioadhesive composite has an adhesion strength ranging from 7 to 17 kPa and duration exceeding 48 h in wet conditions under sustained shear forces, while other mucoadhesives based on hydrophilic macromolecules exhibit adhesion strength of 0.5–5 kPa and last only a few hours. The work highlights the first evaluation of BC composites for mucoadhesive treatments in the buccal cavity.

Original languageEnglish
Article number118403
JournalCarbohydrate Polymers
Volume274
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Nov 15 2021
Externally publishedYes

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ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • Organic Chemistry
  • Polymers and Plastics
  • Materials Chemistry

Keywords

  • Bacterial cellulose
  • BC
  • Bioadhesives
  • Mucoadhesives
  • Oral patch
  • Photocuring

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