Biomaterials

Discovered in the 20th century, biomaterials have contributed to many of the incredible scientific and technological advancements made in recent decades. This book introduces and details the tenets of biomaterials, their relevance in a various fields, practical applications of their products, and potential advancements of the years to come.

1. History of Biomaterials
Vé ronique Migonney
2. Definitions
Vé ronique Migonney
3. Materials Used in Biomaterial Applications
Gé raldine Rohman
4. Biocompatibility and Norms
Vé ronique Migonney
5. Bioactive Polymers and Surfaces: A Solution for Implant Devices
Vé ronique Migonney
6. Functionalization of Biomaterials and Applications
Cé line Falentin-Daudre
7. Biomaterial Structures for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Replacement
Cé dryck Vaquette
8. Animal Models for orthopedic applications of Tissue Engineering
Vé ronique Viateau, Adeline Decambron and Mathieu Manassero
9. Ceramic Materials for Dental Prostheses
Amé lie Mainjot
10. Dental Adhesives
Mathieu A. Derbanne, Sté phane Le Goff and Jean-Pierre Attal
11. Glass Ionomer Cements: Application in Pediatric Dentistry
Elisabeth Dursun, Sté phane Le Goff and Jean-Pierre Attal