Surface Engineering and Technology for Biomedical Implants

This new book synthesizes a wide range of interdisciplinary literature
to 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 book
indispensable 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 surface
layer/zone to promote the osteo-integration, the ultimate
success for biomedical implants in both dental and medical
practice.