Biomaterials for Dental Pulp Tissue

Dear Colleagues,

Dental pulp tissue plays a crucial role in maintaining tooth vitality and overall oral health. However, when this tissue is infected with disease or compromised due to factors such as infection, trauma, or decay, it poses a significant challenge requiring specialized approaches for effective treatment. Overcoming these challenges is essential not only for the well-being of the affected tooth but also for ensuring the patient's oral health and overall quality of life.

Biomaterials have emerged as pivotal tools in revolutionizing the treatment of compromised vital pulp tissue. With the ability to provide a scaffold for tissue regeneration, promote healing, and deliver therapeutic agents, biomaterials offer innovative solutions to address the challenges posed by diseased pulps. Moreover, their adaptability to diverse clinical scenarios, compatibility with the biological environment, and potential for minimizing discomfort and enhancing patient outcomes underscore the profound significance of biomaterials in advancing the field of vital dental pulp tissue treatment. Therefore, the objective of this Special Issue is to publish research on cutting-edge biomaterials tailored for dental pulp tissue applications, with a dual focus on promoting healing responses and fostering tissue regeneration.

Dr. Renan Dal Fabbro
Dr. Marco C. Bottino
Prof. Dr. João Eduardo Gomes-Filho
Guest Editors

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• dental pulp
• drug delivery systems
• regenerative endodontics
• biocompatible materials
• tissue scaffolds