Titanium and Titanium Alloys (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9786207485451)

In Dentistry various metals and materials are used with the advancements of their techniques and utility. Prosthodontic success depends mainly on the type of material used which plays a major role in deciding the life of the restoration. Titanium is one such metal used in prosthodontics since last 6 decades in various treatment modalities mainly in implants. Many implant materials have been used in various dental applications depending on their efficacy and availability. A dental implant must possess the required characteristics, such as biocompatibility, corrosion & wear resistance, adequate mechanical properties, osseointegration, etc., to ensure its safe and optimum use. This book analyzes various aspects of titanium and titanium alloys, including properties, manufacturing processes, surface modifications, applications as dental implants, and limitations. In addition, it also presents a perception of recent advances in titanium-based implant materials and the futuristic development of innovative dental implants.

Author: Shrutika Lohiya, Vikas Punia, Meenakshi Khandelwal
ISBN-10: 6207485459
ISBN-13: 9786207485451
Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/11/2024
Pages: 100
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.24d