Functional Biomaterials and Digital Technologies in Dentistry: From Bench to Bedside—2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

The development of dentistry requires an interdisciplinary approach that integrates the advancements of medicine, materials science and engineering, and computer science. To date, various functional biomaterials have been developed and proposed for oral and maxillofacial applications, due to their excellent biocompatibility, superior mechanical properties, and proper biofunctionality. In addition, advancements in digital technologies for biomaterials have attracted increasing attention. However, the translation process of functional biomaterials and digital technologies from bench to clinic remains extremely challenging.

This Special Issue, entitled “Functional Biomaterials and Digital Technologies in Dentistry: from Bench to Bedside”, aims to provide insight into the recent advances in functional biomaterials and digital technologies. It intends to explore opportunities for basic research, dental education, and the clinical application of biomaterials and digital technologies. The main topics of this Special Issue include, but are not limited to, the following: advanced functional biomaterials (metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites) and digital technologies (CAD/CAM milling, 3D printing, bioprinting, 4D printing, and artificial intelligence) in dental applications.

We invite you to submit a manuscript and present your recent research articles, reviews and communications that reveal the current state of the art and future trends in this field.

Dr. Ping Li
Dr. Alexey Unkovskiy
Guest Editors

Manuscript Submission Information

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