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Ceramics: past, present, and future

J E Lemons1

  • 1University of Alabama at Birmingham 35294-0007, USA.

Bone
|July 1, 1996
PubMed
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Bioceramics, initially chosen for inertness, now include bioactive and degradable forms for surgical implants. Their applications range from bone replacements to drug delivery, with future potential in composite materials.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Materials Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Ceramic biomaterials were initially selected for their chemical and biochemical inertness in prosthetic devices.
  • The evolution of bioceramics includes mildly reactive (bioactive) and degradable forms for diverse clinical applications.
  • Structural forms have advanced from bulk solids and particulates to sophisticated coatings on various substrates.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical selection and evolving applications of ceramic biomaterials in surgical implants.
  • To highlight the material properties and design considerations influencing ceramic biomaterial choices.
  • To explore the future potential of bioceramics in advanced biomedical applications.

Main Methods:

  • Review of historical data and scientific literature on ceramic biomaterials.

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  • Analysis of material properties, including inertness, bioactivity, and degradability.
  • Examination of diverse structural forms and application-specific advantages and disadvantages.

    • Main Results:

    • Early bioceramics (1960s-1970s) based on inertness remain in long-term use.
    • Significant advancements in thick and thin ceramic coating technologies have occurred over the past decade.
    • Current applications span from bulk joint and bone replacements to biodegradable substrates for controlled substance delivery.

    Conclusions:

    • Bioceramics offer a versatile platform for surgical implants, evolving from inert materials to bioactive and degradable options.
    • The development of advanced ceramic coatings and diverse structural forms enhances their clinical utility.
    • Future applications are expected to expand into composite materials, integrating bioceramics with other biomaterials and biological substances.