New Materials in Prosthodontics and Implantology

Dear Colleagues,

Contemporary prosthodontics and implantology are undergoing a rapid transformation driven by advances in biomaterials, digital workflows and minimally invasive restorative concepts. The continuous development of novel dental materials, surface modification strategies, and manufacturing technologies has expanded clinical possibilities while raising new questions regarding mechanical performance, biological response, long-term stability, and clinical predictability.

This Special Issue aims to present current research on emerging materials and material-based technologies applied in prosthodontics and implantology. Topics of interest include biomaterials, innovative titanium, ceramic, polymeric, hybrid, and composite materials; bioactive and antibacterial surface modifications; implant surface engineering; additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques; CAD/CAM and 3D-printing applications; adhesive and luting strategies; and interactions between restorative materials and peri-implant or periodontal tissues. Both in vitro investigations, translational studies, and clinically oriented research are welcomed.

The Special Issue is positioned at the intersection of material science, digital dentistry, and clinical prosthodontics, complementing the existing literature by focusing on next-generation materials and processing technologies that directly influence treatment outcomes. By bringing together fundamental, experimental, and applied research, this collection aims to provide clinicians and researchers with an updated overview of material innovations shaping modern prosthetic and implant rehabilitation.

We look forward to your contributions.

Dr. Tareq Hajaj
Dr. Ioana Veja
Prof. Dr. Mihai Rominu
Guest Editors

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