Biomaterials Research in Oral Health and Clinical Dentistry

Dear Colleagues,

Biomaterials stimulate tissue repair and regeneration in bone and tissue regeneration procedures. These biomaterials should be bioactive, biodegradable, bioresorbable, and biocompatible. There are many other property aspects of biomaterials to be considered prior to introduction into the human body, including mechanical, physical, optical, and chemical properties. In addition, biomaterials must also be optimized according to the oral micro- and macro-environment in order to be relevant to clinical uses. With the help of the latest technologies, such as CAD-CAM, additive manufacturing, laser sintering, bioprinting, stem cells, and nanotechnology, among others, material scientists can in theory design and develop biomaterials that are close to ideal to improve oral health and clinical dentistry. In this Special Issue, we are inviting researchers/academicians to submit original full papers, communications, and comprehensive reviews describing the latest progress in biomaterial developments, improvement, and modifications, as well as sustainability and safety aspects of biomaterials. Emphasis will be placed on biomaterials with low energy cost production and easily recyclable biomaterial for dental applications, including but not limited to periodontal regenerations, prosthodontic applications, dentin and dental pulp regeneration, orthodontics, dental adhesives, and dental implants (including design, surface coating, and surface modification). 

Dr. Zohaib Khurshid
Dr. Sompop Bencharit
Dr. Jithendra Ratnayake
Dr. Butt Faaz Ahmad
Guest Editors

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