Dental Implants and Bone Grafts : Materials and Biological Issues

Dental Implants and Bone Grafts: Materials and Biological Issues brings together cutting-edge research to provide detailed coverage of biomaterials for dental implants and bone graft, enabling scientists and clinicians to gain a thorough knowledge of advances and applications in this field. As tooth loss and alveolar bony defects are common and pose a significant health problem in dental clinics, this book deals with timely topics, including alveolar bone structures and pathological changes, reviews of indications and advantages of biomaterials for dental implants and bone graft, design and surface modification, biological interaction and biocompatibility of modern dental implants and bone graft, and new frontiers. This book is a highly valuable resource for scientists, clinicians and implantologists interested in biomaterial and regenerative strategies for alveolar bone reconstruction. - Focuses on the structure, function and pathology of alveolar bone system - Considers the issues involved in selecting biomaterials for dental implants and bone grafts - Discusses the requirements for optimal dental implant osseointegration and alveolar bone replacements/reconstruction - Explains the biological basis of dental implants and bone grafts