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Bone and biologically compatible materials in dentistry.

I Binderman1

  • 1Department of Dentistry and Hard Tissue Laboratory, Tel Aviv Medical Center.

Current Opinion in Dentistry
|December 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

This review examines bone materials for implants and substitutes. It questions osseointegration claims, highlighting how even titanium and hydroxyapatite can impede bone healing.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Orthopedic Research
  • Tissue Engineering

Background:

  • Bone substitutes and prosthetic devices are crucial in orthopedic applications.
  • The term osseointegration is widely used but lacks robust scientific validation.
  • Understanding bone's complex biological responses to implanted materials is essential.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically evaluate materials used for bone implantation and substitution.
  • To assess the efficacy of combining osteoconductive materials with osteoinductive factors and cells.
  • To re-examine the concept of osseointegration in light of basic science evidence.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of studies on bone materials and healing.
  • Analysis of research combining osteoconductive and osteoinductive elements.
  • Evaluation of evidence regarding the biological interaction between implants and bone tissue.

Main Results:

  • The widely accepted concept of osseointegration is not supported by controlled studies.
  • Standard biomaterials like titanium and hydroxyapatite can negatively impact surgical bone wound healing.
  • Bone's three-dimensional structure, cell communication, and response to damage are key factors.

Conclusions:

  • Current understanding of implant bioactivity needs revision beyond the term osseointegration.
  • Material interactions with bone healing are complex and can be detrimental.
  • Future research should focus on bone's intrinsic biological mechanisms for improved material design.

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