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Non-Metallic Biomaterials for Tooth Repair and Replacement (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials) - Hardcover

Book 52 of 343: Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials

Pekka Vallittu

 
9780857092441: Non-Metallic Biomaterials for Tooth Repair and Replacement (Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials)

Synopsis

As the demand for healthy, beautiful teeth increases, the methods and materials employed in restorative dentistry have become progressively advanced. Non-metallic biomaterials for tooth repair and replacement focuses on the use of biomaterials for a range of applications in tooth repair and, in particular, dental restoration. Part one reviews the structure, modification and repair of dental tissues, before part two goes on to discuss the processing, bonding and wear properties of dental ceramics, glasses and sol-gel derived bioactive glass ceramics for tooth repair and replacement. Dental composites for tooth repair and replacement are then the focus of part three, including composite adhesive and antibacterial restorative materials for dental applications.

Key Features: discusses the properties of enamel and dentin and their role in adhesive dental restoration; chapters also examine the wear properties of dental ceramics, glasses and bioactive glass ceramics for tooth repair and replacement; dental composites and antibacterial restorative mateirals are also considered.

Contents: Part 1 Structure, modification and repair of dental tissues: Structure and properties of enamel and dentin; Biomineralization and biomimicry of tooth enamel; Enamel and dentin bonding for adhesive dental restorations; Enamel matrix proteins (EMP) for periodontal regeneration. Part 2 Dental ceramics and glasses for tooth repair and replacement: Processing and bonding of dental ceramics; Wear properties of dental ceramics; Sol-gel derived bioactive glass ceramics for dental applications. Part 3 Dental composites for tooth repair and replacement: Composite adhesive restorative materials for dental applications; Antibacterial composite restorative materials for dental applications; Effects of particulate filler systems on the properties and performance of dental polymer composites; Composite based oral implants; Fibre reinforced composites (FRCs) as dental materials; Luting cements for dental applications.

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About the Author

Pekka Vallittu is Professor of Biomaterials Science as well as Chair of the Biomaterials Science Department at the Institute of Dentistry, based at the University of Turku, Finland. Dr Vallittu is also Director of Turku Clinical Biomaterials Centre (TCBC).

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