Polymers for Dental and Orthopedic Applications examines the most current topics in this expanding field with an emphasis on technological evolution and clinical impacts.
Polymers for Dental and Orthopedic Applications features:
- Presents the most recent advances in polymer science and technology for orthopedic and dental applications
- Strengthens the often-ignored bridge between dental and orthopedic communities by covering topics common to both fields
- Integrates key scientific and clinical aspects in a single reference
- Discusses the development and application of new polymeric systems along with preparative, processing, and evaluation methods
Polymers for Dental and Orthopedic Applications provides a unique illustration of the conceptual development of novel biomaterials and processes designed to meet targeted clinical needs.
Polymers for Dental and Orthopedic Applications also examines topics that are common to both dental and orthopedic fields, such as osseointegration and infection management.
Contents
- Events Propelling the Use of Polymers in Dental and Orthopedic Applications
Development and Application of New Systems
- Composites for Dental Restoratives
- Enamel and Dentin Adhesion
- Application of Polymers in the Therapy for Gingivitis, Periodontitis, and Treatment of Dry Socket
- Maxillofacial Bone Augmentation and Replacement
- Polymeric Biomaterials for Articulating Joint Repair and Total Joint Replacement
Development in Preparative, Processing, and Evaluation Methods
- Physicochemical Properties of Bioactive Polymeric Composites: Effects of Resin Matrix and the Type of Amorphous Calcium Phosphate Filler
- New Approaches to Improved Polymer Implant Toughness and Modulus
- Physicochemical Modification of Polymers for Bone-Implant Osseointegration
- Surface Modification of Articulating Surfaces and Tribological Evaluation
- Histopathological Evaluation of Hard Tissue Implant Performance
Advanced Biomaterials, Technologies, and Sought Applications
- Mechanical Adaptation of Bone: Bioreactors for Orthopedic Tissue Engineering Applications
- Synthetic Scaffolds Used for Orthopedic Tissue Engineering
- Polymeric Controlled Release Systems for Management of Bone Infection
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