Possible usage for liposomes

Liposomes are tiny spherical vesicles composed of an outer lipid bilayer and an inner core made up of an aqueous solution. They are a promising tool in the field of medical devices and drug delivery due to their ability to encapsulate both hydrophilic and hydrophobic drugs, enhancing their stability, solubility, and bio-availability.

In drug delivery, liposomes can provide sustained and controlled release, reducing dosage frequency and improving patient compliance. Moreover, they can be engineered to target specific cells or tissues, minimising systemic side effects and increasing drug efficacy. For instance, in cancer treatment, liposomes can carry chemotherapy drugs directly to tumor cells, thereby reducing harm to healthy cells.

In the context of medical devices, liposomes are exploited for their potential in bio sensing and diagnostics. Liposomes loaded with fluorescent or magnetic materials can be used in imaging systems to visualise pathological areas in the body. Additionally, liposomes can serve as a platform for integrating other functional molecules for tissue engineering or regenerative medicine applications, such as promoting wound healing or bone regeneration. Thus, the versatile properties of liposomes make them a potent tool in both medical devices and drug delivery.

Cementic expertise with liposomes

Cementic has developed its expertise in liposomes thanks to their application in root canal cement with the capacity for controlled release of an antiseptic. Our expertise in this technology opens up very broad development opportunities in both dentistry and the orthopaedic field.