Advances in Bio-Based Polymer Composites for Dental Applications
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 1
Special Issue Editor
Interests: biomaterials; dental composite; bonding ability; human teeth; mechanical property
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The growing demand for sustainable and biocompatible materials is driving innovation in dental healthcare. This Special Issue will focus on the latest advances in bio-based polymer composites, which offer a promising alternative to conventional synthetic materials due to their renewable origins, reduced environmental impact, and potential for excellent biocompatibility and tailored functionality.
We invite contributions addressing key areas, including but not limited to the following:
- Material Development: Novel bio-based resins, fillers, and composites for restorations, adhesives, and prosthetics.
- Functional Performance: Enhancements in mechanical strength, wear resistance, durability, and optical properties.
- Biological Interactions: Biocompatibility, antimicrobial activity, bioactivity (e.g., remineralization), and biofilm inhibition.
- Processing and Technology: Advances in 3D printing, light-curing, and fabrication techniques for precise dental applications.
- Clinical Translation and Sustainability: Evaluation of long-term performance and biodegradability and the overall lifecycle assessment of these materials.
This Special Issue welcomes original research and reviews that bridge material science with clinical dentistry, aiming to accelerate the development of high-performance, sustainable, and patient-friendly dental solutions.
Dr. Masao Irie
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- bio-based polymer composites
- dental applications
- biocompatibility
- antimicrobial
- 3D printing
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