Next-Generation Bone Regeneration and Dental Implant Therapies: Biomaterials, Digital Innovation, and AI Integration
A special issue of Biomimetics (ISSN 2313-7673). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomimetics of Materials and Structures".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 January 2026 | Viewed by 86
Special Issue Editors
Interests: tissue regeneration; bone regeneration, growth-factor; dental implant; periodontal disease; peri-implantitis
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Interests: periodontal therapy; implant therapy; tissue regeneration; bone regeneration; biomaterials
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Dental implant therapy has been a transformative success in modern dentistry, offering patients esthetic and functionally superior solutions for tooth replacement; however, critical challenges persist, particularly in cases involving inadequate bone volume, aging populations, and patients with systemic conditions that complicate treatment outcomes. Advances in biomaterials, implant surface technologies, and digital innovations have significantly improved the predictability and longevity of implant therapies.
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a groundbreaking tool in the field of dentistry, enhancing diagnostics, treatment planning, and outcome prediction. AI-driven imaging analysis, the automated assessment of bone quality, and machine learning-assisted regenerative strategies are revolutionizing how clinicians approach bone augmentation and implant therapies. Additionally, AI-powered decision support systems and digital workflow integration are optimizing patient-specific treatment approaches, ultimately improving precision and clinical success.
This Special Issue aims to explore cutting-edge advancements in biomaterials, novel implant technologies, and the role of AI in bone regeneration and implant therapy. We welcome contributions on topics including, but not limited to, the following:
- Next-generation biomaterials for bone regeneration and their impact on implant success.
- Innovative implant surface technologies and implant–abutment connection interfaces.
- AI-assisted diagnostics for bone quality assessment and treatment planning.
- Machine learning applications in predicting implant success and complications.
- The 3D printing and AI-driven design of patient-specific grafting materials and scaffolds.
- Digital workflow optimization in implant placement and prosthetic rehabilitation.
- Clinical studies and systematic reviews on AI integration in implant therapies.
By incorporating the latest advancements in biomaterials, technology, and AI, this Special Issue will provide a comprehensive perspective on the future of bone regeneration and dental implant therapies. We look forward to your contributions and to collectively advancing the field through innovative and interdisciplinary research.
Dr. David Minjoon Kim
Dr. Chia-Yu Chen
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- dental implant therapy
- ridge augmentation
- bone regeneration
- biomaterials
- implant surface
- 3D printing
- hydrophilicity
- regeneration
- osseointegration
- AI
- machine learning
- digital workflow
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