Biomimetic Approach to Dental Implants: Third Edition

Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue will focus on the integration of biomimetic approaches in the continuously evolving field of dental implantology. Different biomimetic materials and techniques, inspired by the intricate designs and mechanisms observed in nature, as well as their role in implant success enhancement, longevity, sustainability, and patient outcomes will be critically examined. Some of this Special Issue’s focal points will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Reviews examining biomimetic approaches in dental implants, focusing on how this paradigm aims to replicate the natural structure and function of lost tissues;
• Studies on biomimetic materials in dental implantology, including scaffolds, bioactive coatings, surface modifications, and membranes designed for guided bone regeneration (GBR) and guided tissue regeneration (GTR), with the objective of closely replicating natural tissue regeneration processes;
• Studies examining morphology and microarchitecture of natural bone, focusing on its role in implant design;
• Studies on biomimetic approaches to soft tissue management around implants, such as gum healing, contouring, and aesthetics;
• Studies dealing with biomimetic strategies for minimizing peri-implant diseases and implant failure;
• In vitro and in vivo studies on the role of stem cells and tissue engineering in biomimetic implant development;
• Studies assessing the use of 3D printing and nanotechnologies in dental implantology;
• Studies investigating the biological basis of biomimetic implantology, focusing on cellular and molecular mechanisms;
• Reviews addressing the long-term clinical outcomes associated with biomimetic implants;
• Studies focusing on the sustainability of biomimetic implants and the implementation of various environmentally friendly approaches in their design, fabrication, and clinical application.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Dijana Mitic
Dr. Jelena Carkic
Guest Editors

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• dental implant
• biological materials
• periodontology
• tissue engineering
• biomimetic materials
• osteointegration
• periimplantitis