Nanocellulose: Source, Structure, Production, Properties, and Applications in the Biomedical and Dental Fields

Nanocellulose (NC) is one of the most prominent green materials for various applications. They have received increasing attention owing to their unique properties. In this review, a brief background on cellulose, its abundance in nature, chemical structure, and properties is described. Subsequently, the structure of nanocellulose, the procedures of its production, and its characteristics are discussed. This was followed by elaborating on the recent use of nanocellulose in medical and dental fields.