SURFACE ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY BIOMED

This new book synthesizes a wide range of interdisciplinary literatureto provide the state-of-the art of biomedical implants. It discusses materials and explains the three basic requirements for implant success from a surface engineering perspective: biological compatibility, biomechanical compatibility, morphological compatibility. Biomedical, mechanical, and materials engineers will find this bookindispensable for understanding proper treatment of implant surfaces in order to achieve clinical success. Highlights include:* Coverage of surface engineering of polymer, metallic, ceramic and composite implant materials;* Coverage of chemical, mechanical, physical, thermal, and combined surface modification technologies;* Explanations of interfacial reaction between vital tissue and non-vital implant surface; and* Methodologies and technologies for modification of surfacelayer/zone to promote the osteo-integration, the ultimate success for biomedical implants in both dental and medicalpractice.