Challenges and Opportunities of Polymer Materials in Dentistry
A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Biobased and Biodegradable Polymers".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 July 2025 | Viewed by 379
Special Issue Editor
Interests: restorative dentistry; dental biomaterials; CAD/CAM; composites
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Dear Colleagues,
Polymers play a pivotal role in modern dentistry, offering versatile applications in restorative materials, adhesives, and prosthetic devices. Their biocompatibility, aesthetics, and ability to replicate natural tissue properties have transformed dental treatments. However, challenges such as wear resistance, polymerization shrinkage, and long-term stability remain significant barriers to their broader adoption.
Advancements in CAD/CAM technology and 3D printing have opened new opportunities for tailored polymer solutions in dentistry, enabling customised, precise, and efficient workflows. This Special Issue aims to explore cutting-edge developments and address existing challenges in dental polymer materials.
Topics include innovations in polymer formulations, biocompatibility, antimicrobial properties, and applications in digital dentistry. Contributions that highlight sustainable solutions and performance improvements in dental polymers are especially welcome.
Prof. Dr. Gaetano Paolone
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- wear resistance
- polymerization shrinkage
- CAD/CAM technology
- 3D printing
- polymer formulations
- biocompatibility
- antimicrobial properties
- digital dentistry
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