Graphene‑coated dressings

Graphene in Medicine – Nanotechnology Serving Health

Graphene is one of the most promising materials of the 21st century, offering groundbreaking possibilities in the field of medicine. Its unique structure – a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice – delivers extraordinary mechanical strength, exceptional thermal and electrical conductivity, and outstanding antibacterial properties.

Applications of graphene in medicine include:

  • Graphene-coated dressings – graphene layers eliminate bacteria by disrupting their cell membranes and generating reactive oxygen species. They protect wounds from infection, accelerate tissue regeneration, and reduce the risk of complications. Ideal for post-surgical wounds, burns, and chronic ulcers.
  • Disinfection systems – air and water filters with graphene nanolayers effectively eliminate pathogens, fungi, and viruses. They can be applied in hospitals, laboratories, and portable sterilization systems for field medicine.
  • Oral hygiene – graphene fibers in toothbrush bristles or graphene-coated brush heads provide antibacterial effects, reduce plaque formation, and support gum protection.
  • Antibacterial coatings on medical equipment – graphene protective layers can be applied to surgical tools, implants, or prosthetics, minimizing the risk of postoperative infections.
  • Drug delivery systems – thanks to its vast surface area and biocompatibility, graphene can serve as a precise drug carrier, delivering therapeutic agents directly to target cells, especially valuable in oncology and chronic disease treatment.
Graphene in medicine is not a distant vision – it is a technology already transforming the standards of treatment, sterilization, and healthcare protection. At INTERMERCATUS, we combine science, engineering, and practical application to fully unlock the potential of this exceptional material.