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Title Non-metallic biomaterials for tooth repair and replacement / edited by Pekka Vallittu
Published Cambridge, UK ; Philadelphia, PA : Woodhead Pub., 2013

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Description 1 online resource (xx, 406 pages) : illustrations
Series Woodhead Publishing series in biomaterials, 2049-9485 ; no. 53
Woodhead Publishing series in biomaterials ; no. 53.
Contents Part I. Structure, modification and repair of dental tissues -- part II. Dental ceramics and glasses for tooth repair and replacement -- part III. Dental composites for tooth repair and replacement
Summary As the demand for healthy, attractive teeth increases, the methods and materials employed in restorative dentistry have become progressively more 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. The properties of enamel and dentin and their role in adhesive dental restoration are discussed, along with biomineralization and biomimicry of tooth enamel, and enamel matrix proteins (EMPs) for periodontal regeneration. 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. The effects of particulate filler systems on the properties and performance of dental polymer composites are considered, along with composite based oral implants, fibre reinforced composites (FRCs) as dental materials and luting cements for dental applications. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, Non-metallic biomaterials for tooth repair and replacement provides a clear overview for all those involved in the development and application of these materials, including academic researchers, materials scientists and dental clinicians. Discusses the properties of enamel and dentin and their role in adhesive dental restorationChapters also examine the wear properties of dental ceramics, glasses and bioactive glass ceramics for tooth repair and replacementDental composites and antibacterial restorative mateirals are also considered
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
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Subject Dental materials.
Prosthodontics.
Fillings (Dentistry)
Biomedical materials.
Biocompatible Materials
Dental Materials
Prosthodontics
MEDICAL -- Surgery -- General.
Biomedical materials
Dental materials
Fillings (Dentistry)
Prosthodontics
Form Electronic book
Author Vallittu, Pekka
LC no. 2012949692
ISBN 0857096435
9780857096432