Emerging Trends in Materials for Dentistry and Maxillofacial Prosthodontics
A special issue of Materials (ISSN 1996-1944). This special issue belongs to the section "Biomaterials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 September 2025 | Viewed by 2447
Special Issue Editors
Interests: oral and maxillofacial surgery; implant dentistry; maxillofacial prosthodontics; dental materials; digital dentistry; artificial intelligence in dentistry
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Interests: prosthetic dentistry occlusion; dental materials; digital dentistry; implant dentistry
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Dentistry and maxillofacial prosthodontics have witnessed significant advancements due to the development and application of innovative materials. This Special Issue aims to gather the latest research and breakthroughs in synthesizing, characterizing, and applying materials specifically designed for dental and maxillofacial prosthodontics.
Innovative composite materials have become essential in modern dentistry and prosthodontics due to their superior esthetic properties, biocompatibility, and mechanical performance. These materials are crucial in restorative dentistry for repairing tooth structures and in maxillofacial prosthodontics, which deals with rehabilitating patients with congenital or acquired defects.
Esthetic dentistry has also seen significant advancements in recent years, driven by the development of biomimetic materials that replicate natural teeth' physical, mechanical, and optical properties.
This Special Issue highlights the interdisciplinary nature of material science and dentistry, fostering collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and material scientists. By showcasing the latest innovations, we aim to advance the field and improve patient outcomes through enhanced material performance and new treatment possibilities.
Topics of interest include but are not limited to resin composites, ceramic materials, bioactive materials, silicones, 3D printing technologies, subtractive manufacturing, CAD/CAM technologies, biomimetic materials, and long-term performance studies.
Prof. Dr. Corina Marilena Cristache
Dr. Sergiu Drafta
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- composite materials
- maxillofacial prosthodontics
- resin composites
- ceramic materials
- fiber-reinforced composites
- bioactive materials
- silicones
- 3D printing
- subtractive manufacturing
- CAD/CAM technologies
- biomimetic materials
- esthetic dentistry
- dental restoratives
- biocompatibility
- mechanical properties
- optical properties
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