Current Trends, Opportunities, and Challenges for Biomaterials in Dental Applications
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Dentistry and Oral Sciences".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2025 | Viewed by 38
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Interests: oral surgery; dental implantology; bone augmentation; bone substitutes; biomaterials
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Interests: oral surgery; dental implantology; bone augmentation; autologous growth factors; laser
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Dear Colleagues,
Biomaterials in dental applications are an essential area of research and development, as they directly influence patient outcomes, esthetic results, and the longevity of dental treatments. Modern dental biomaterials emphasize biocompatibility to integrate better with human tissue, promoting healing and regeneration. Our focus is on materials that encourage tissue regeneration, such as stem cell-based biomaterials and bioactive ceramics. Nanomaterials are gaining prominence for their improved mechanical properties, antimicrobial effects, and ability to promote cell growth. Customization of dental implants and devices using 3D printing is becoming a major trend that offers precision and personalized treatment. Eco-friendly and sustainable biomaterials are being developed to reduce environmental impacts.
Advancements in 3D printing and nanotechnology offer opportunities for customized dental solutions. New materials with superior strength and wear resistance provide longer-lasting dental restorations. Biomaterials that support regeneration and repair without extensive surgeries are paving the way for less invasive treatments. Innovations in antibacterial biomaterials offer better protection against infections and dental decay.
There are many challenges, like high costs, associated with advanced biomaterials and technologies that may limit accessibility, particularly in low-resource settings. New biomaterials must undergo stringent testing and approval processes, which can delay their clinical adoption. Ensuring the long-term safety, effectiveness, and stability of new biomaterials remains a challenge. Achieving seamless integration between biomaterials and human tissues, especially in complex oral environments, is technically difficult.
The field of dental biomaterials is advancing rapidly, driven by innovations in bioactivity, nanotechnology, and regenerative medicine. These innovations present exciting opportunities for more personalized, effective, and sustainable dental treatments. However, challenges related to biocompatibility, cost, regulation, and patient acceptance must be overcome to fully realize the potential of biomaterials in clinical practice.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Marko Vuletić
Dr. Dragana Gabrić
Dr. Valentina Rajić
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- regenerative dentistry
- tissue engineering
- bioactive glass
- dentin graft
- osteointegration
- polymeric biomaterials
- dental implants
- zirconia ceramics
- adhesive systems
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