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Dental Biomaterials in Implantology and Orthodontics
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Dental Biomaterials in Implantology and Orthodontics

A special issue of Journal of Functional Biomaterials (ISSN 2079-4983). This special issue belongs to the section "Dental Biomaterials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 1742

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Magdalena Sycińska-Dziarnowska

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Department of Orthodontics, Pomeranian Medical University in Szczecin, 70111 Szczecin, Poland
Interests: dental biomaterials; orthodontics; implantology
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Prof. Dr. Hyo-Sang Park

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Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Kyungpook National University, 2175 Dalgubeol-daero, Jung-gu, Daegu 41940, Republic of Korea
Interests: orthodontics; micro-implants; skeletal anchorage

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The development of dental biomaterials has significantly changed implantology and orthodontics, offering innovative solutions for better clinical outcomes. This Special Issue will explore the latest developments in biomaterials used in dental implants and orthodontic applications, focusing on their biocompatibility, mechanical properties, and long-term performance. Key topics include bioactive coatings, surface modifications, biodegradable materials, and biomaterials that improve osseointegration, bone regeneration, and orthodontic treatment.

The role of natural biomaterials, such as propolis, in improving oral health by reducing plaque and gingival inflammation will also be explored. Special attention will be given to the antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects of dental bioproducts and their potential integration into preventive and therapeutic dental care strategies.

This Special Issue will bridge the gap between materials science and clinical practice, providing insight into how emerging biomaterials can improve treatment efficacy and patient comfort. By showcasing the latest research and technological advances, this Special Issue will contribute to the existing literature by addressing current challenges and future prospects in this field. Researchers are invited to submit original research articles, reviews, and case studies that highlight innovative materials and their applications in implantology and orthodontics. Through this Special Issue, we aim to foster interdisciplinary discussions to drive the development of the next generation of biomaterials for improved oral health care solutions.

Dr. Magdalena Sycińska-Dziarnowska
Prof. Dr. Hyo-Sang Park
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • dental biomaterials
  • osseointegration
  • bioactive coatings
  • biocompatibility
  • natural biomaterials
  • orthodontics
  • implantology

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Evaluation of Two Alloplastic Biomaterials in a Critical-Size Rat Calvarial Defect Model
by Amanda Finger Stadler, Marta Liliana Musskopf, Vishal Gohel, Jonathan Reside, Eric Everett, Patricia Miguez and Cristiano Susin
J. Funct. Biomater. 2025, 16(6), 214; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb16060214 - 6 Jun 2025
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Aim: to evaluate the bone regeneration capacity of two alloplastic biomaterials in a critical-size rat calvarial defect model. Methods: A total of 80 rats were randomized into 8 groups of 10 animals each. An Ø8 mm, critical-size calvarial defect was created, and the [...] Read more.
Aim: to evaluate the bone regeneration capacity of two alloplastic biomaterials in a critical-size rat calvarial defect model. Methods: A total of 80 rats were randomized into 8 groups of 10 animals each. An Ø8 mm, critical-size calvarial defect was created, and the following treatments were randomly allocated: sham surgery, deproteinized bovine bone mineral (DBBM) + collagen membrane (CM), poly-(lactic-co-glycolic-acid) (PLGA)-coated pure phase β-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP), or PLGA-coated 60% hydroxyapatite (HA):40%β-TCP. Animals were allowed to heal for 2 and 6 weeks. Microcomputed tomography (μCT) was used to evaluate mineralized tissue and biomaterial displacement. Histological samples were used to evaluate new bone formation. Results: μCT analysis showed no significant differences among groups for total volume of mineralized tissue or residual biomaterials. DBBM + CM showed significantly increased horizontal biomaterial displacement at 2 weeks but not at 6 weeks. Histological analysis showed that sham surgery had a significantly higher percentage of bone area fraction than the DBBM + CM and PLGA + β-TCP at 2 weeks, but not at 6 weeks. Residual biomaterial area fraction showed no significant differences among experimental groups at any healing time. Conclusions: The alloplastic biomaterials showed suitable construct integrity and retention in the defect. All biomaterials were associated with limited new bone formation comparable to the sham surgery control. Full article
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Usage of Silver Nanoparticles in Orthodontic Bonding Reagents
by Janet Jisoo Lee, Meigan Niu, Zinah Shakir, Geelsu Hwang, Chun-Hsi Chung, Mark S. Wolff, Zhong Zheng and Chenshuang Li
J. Funct. Biomater. 2025, 16(7), 244; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb16070244 - 3 Jul 2025
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Fixed orthodontic appliances, which are cemented to tooth surfaces, complicate the maintenance of oral hygiene and create a rough surface that is favorable for bacteria attachment. Additionally, the presence of orthodontic appliances may conceive a unique environment that interacts with cariogenic microorganisms, fostering [...] Read more.
Fixed orthodontic appliances, which are cemented to tooth surfaces, complicate the maintenance of oral hygiene and create a rough surface that is favorable for bacteria attachment. Additionally, the presence of orthodontic appliances may conceive a unique environment that interacts with cariogenic microorganisms, fostering a distinct microbial ecosystem compared to that of the patients without orthodontic appliances, thus increasing the vulnerability of tooth surfaces to demineralization and caries formation. Silver (Ag) has shown strong antimicrobial effects and has been extensively investigated in the medical field. Here, we aim to review the antibacterial properties and potential side effects of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) when incorporated into orthodontic bonding reagents. This valuation could contribute to the development of novel bonding reagents designed to prevent the formation of white spot lesions and caries during orthodontic treatments. Full article
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