Emerging Dental Materials
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Applied Dentistry and Oral Sciences".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2026 | Viewed by 43
Special Issue Editors
Interests: dental materials; properties; biocompatibility
Interests: calcium hydroxide; bioceramics; dental materials
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The field of dental materials science is experiencing rapid advancements, driven by innovations in biomaterials, nanotechnology, and digital dentistry. Emerging dental materials offer promising alternatives to traditional options, improving biocompatibility, mechanical performance, and patient outcomes. As oral health remains a critical component of overall health, there is an increasing need to explore novel materials that address current clinical challenges and align with sustainable practices.
This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research and development in new dental materials, including their synthesis, characterization, properties, clinical performance, and long-term outcomes. Submissions on topics such as bioactive materials, smart materials, regenerative approaches, and advanced composites are particularly encouraged. The scope of this Special Issue aligns with the focus of Applied Sciences, which includes materials science, biomedical engineering, and clinical applications, meaning that it will be a valuable platform for interdisciplinary collaboration between researchers, material scientists, and dental professionals.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and comprehensive reviews are welcome. Research areas may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Bioactive and biomimetic dental materials;
- Nanomaterials in dentistry;
- Resin-based composites and ceramics;
- Smart and self-healing materials;
- Dental adhesives and cements;
- Additive manufacturing (3D printing) in dental prosthetics;
- Surface modification and coatings;
- Sustainable and eco-friendly dental materials.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Prof. Dr. Guilherme Ferreira Silva
Prof. Dr. Marco Antonio Húngaro Duarte
Prof. Dr. Murilo Priori Alcalde
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- dental materials
- bioactive materials
- nanotechnology
- smart materials
- dental composite
- ceramics
- additive manufacturing
- biomaterials
- biocompatibility
- regenerative dentistry
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